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Issue 1 March 2013

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FROM THE EDITOR EDITORIAL Editor-in-Chief Enas Hashani

Editorial Director Maria Mahdaly

Art Director

Walaa Al Attas

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Welcome to the inaugural issue of Destination Riyadh!

This new, monthly magazine will contain something for everyone: up-to-date business news, events and happenings, savvy restaurant reviews, latest fashion tips, spotlights on artists, poets, and musicians, as well as local and international travel temptations. So whether you’re a long-time Riyadh resident, a tourist, a businessman, or a recently arrived expat, pick up Destination Riyadh to stay connected to the pulse of this exciting city.

This month’s pictorial essay titled ‘Through Our Lens’ showcases the incredible development throughout Riyadh. From gleaming, modern skyscrapers to architecturally and culturally sensitive projects, everywhere you travel in Riyadh you will be amazed by the speed and breadth of the growth in the region. We are honored to accompany Riyadh on this journey of growth and development; we look forward to informing and entertaining our readers along the way. Riyadh’s residents match the energy of their city with their initiatives and entrepreneurial spirit – new businesses and restaurants are popping up on a weekly basis.

Destination Riyadh’s comprehensive directories for food, fashion, business, health, and education will help you navigate the city with ease. Let us know if we’ve missed out on your favorite spots…feedback is welcomed from all our readers.

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Our picks for this

issue

Saudi Falcons, P.36

Appetit Kitchen & Co. Restaurant, P. 57

Hypnos Sponges, P. 71

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Featured Content

INDEX 6

Useful Information You Said It & City Facts

10

DJ News

IWC Celebrate Their Latest Friendship

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Settling In

Absorbing The Culture Shock

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Business

Idea, Plan...Action!

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Explore KSA Wadi Hanifa

34

Arts & Entertainment

44

Fashion & Shopping

Sport & Leisure Choices in Riyadh

Fashion News Outfits of the Month

54

Dining Around Town

64

Travel Trends

68

Healthy Living

Al Qarya Al Najdeya, Let’s Treat our Mothers!

Taking a Break From the City

10 Natural Beauty Secrets that Work!

Green Smoothies

DIRECTORY P. 18 ABSORBING THE CULTURE

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Arts & Entertainment Fashion & Shopping Restaurants Religious Travel Green Living Health & Beauty General

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“My favorite thing about Riyadh is the gas prices! I can drive around all day with no worries!”

25, Hatem Azzam KFMC Medical Student

“I like the fact that people mind their own business and never interfere in one’s private matters.”

E W S G UT N I H T ABO

38, Soufian Mustafa Contractor

“I like Riyadh because it is considered a very secure city with a low criminal activity rate.”

40, Khalid Bardisi Contractor

“The breathtaking view of Riyadh from Kingdom Tower Sky Bridge.”

37, Mark Businessman

Riyadh is an eventful and busy city with so many activities and happenings.

Destination Riyadh went on a mission to find out what citizens love the most about the capital of our Kingdom.

“The endless shopping malls!”

34, Noura Housewife

“I love that I can go out with my pajamas under my Abaya.”

22, Haifa M.H Student

“I enjoy LeNotre terrace for breakfast or brunch when the weather is nice.”

39 Housewife

“I love the fact that new restaurants are constantly opening, and each one is better than the other in terms of both quality and service.”

35, Fahdah

“I love how I can find a mini market on any street corner and find exactly what I want without wasting time.”

17, Bushra Student

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“I love the Abu Ryalain (Two Riyals) store; it’s affordable and you can find almost everything you need.”

“I love Riyadh’s city lights at night; nothing beats cruising down its highways at sunset.”

“I absolutely love The Cigar lounge at Al Faisaliah.”

“I love wintertime in Riyadh because it is a chance for people to enjoy the weather and picnics. I also love that Riyadh is a multicultured city.”

26, Sara Teacher

42, Mohammad Banker

“Kenetico! It is the place to be for fitness, dancing and socializing; it is perfect for all ages and is really fun. Love that place!”

29, Haifa Banker

“I love Mekhiam in the winter time.”

37, Fahad Businessman

“There is something special about Riyadh. I love it as it is!”

56, Noura Teacher

“I love the cleanness of Riyadh’s streets.”

50, Erick Employed

“I enjoy going to Loclooz restaurant for the atmosphere and the food. It is perfect for group gatherings.”

44, Faten Retired

“I love Riyadh's heritage.”

21, Dana AlJawini Graphic Design Student

Mohamed Aldakhail

“I love Riyadh because when it comes to food, all your cravings will be available!

And delivered to your doorstep too!”

20, Hessa Student

“I love Riyadh especially after midnight because the streets are quiet and empty.”

23, Mutaz

“I love Jarir book store, the many great places to eat, a lot of cupcake shops, it’s safe and clean, great social network, nice shopping malls, picnics in the desert, great gyms, many opportunities for a variety of courses such as French, photography, and cooking, among others.”

Dr. Amani AlKofide

“I like Centria Mall because it is quiet, has fancy shops and nice restaurants that please all tastes!”

50, Dr. Hind

Anonymous

“I love Riyadh not only because I was born and raised here, but also because of the people and lifestyle in terms of services and opportunities.”

31, Mansour SH Bank

“I love that Riyadh is my home.”

21, Mesheal Bin Jumaa Interior Design Student

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THOUGHTS TO

Recycle Our Brain!

D PON

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We all know that one of the simplest ways to become “green” is to recycle. Plastic, papers and cans ....the usual. But might I suggest something new? What about we try to recycle our brains!

I am simply talking about “cleaning out” the old unpleasant habits that clutter our minds, and result in our “poor” behavior. Let us place all the unhealthy, harmful and useless virtues we have in a mental “bin” and recycle!

Don’t worry I’m not going Frankensteinish on you, although there are actual scientific studies out there called “neuronal recycling” or recycling “brain cells,” but that’s not what I mean.

Assuming we are already being green with our junk, let us act green with our manners.

Open our minds a bit further and recycle our thoughts. We are what we think- let us think pure, pleasant and healthy “green” thoughts.

Thumbs Up to...

PNU Sustainable Energy

The Princess Noura Bint AbdulRahman University campus is built with several ‘green’ building features in mind and features energy saving technology. Home to the world’s largest solar thermal plant, “a 40,000 sq.m solar rooftop paneling (the size of five soccer fields) is expected to provide 16% of campus heating needs and 18% of air conditioning requirements. It will also have a water recycling plant capable of producing 8,000 cubic meters of water everyday for use in the university.” The overall design of the Academic Colleges uses innovation as a means of giving back to society. This is their way of reflecting a vision of community, sustainability and innovative learning.

Thumbs Down to...

Trucks Roaming Highways!

One of the scariest things citizens experience routinely in Riyadh is driving along the highway. The main issue is that there are too many 18-wheeler trucks, which slow down traffic by parking on the sides of the highway! In addition, the Traffic Police attempt to alleviate the problem unsuccessfully by ordering truck drivers to pull over. This is very dangerous since it happens near exits and entrances ramps where fatalities may occur.

Citizens appreciate the efforts made by the Traffic Police, but unfortunately people still do not feel safe on the road. Trucks on the loose may cause accidents when attempting to get on and off the highways where they sometimes tend to block exits, thus drastically slowing down the momentum of traffic on the highways, and limiting traffic to one or two out of the four or five available lanes. The highway looks more like bumper cars between sedans and trucks!

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City

MARCH Weather

&

Country Fact Sheet

Min Temperature: 16°C-61°F Max Temperature: 29°C-84°F Sunshine Hours: 8 Probability of Rain: 16% Humidity: 30%

Country:

Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Capital: Riyadh

Head of State:

King Abdullah bin Abdul Aziz Al-Saud Crown Prince: Prince Salman bin Abdulaziz Population: 29،207،277 (72% Saudi, 27% foreign)

Population Growth:

1.75% (approx. 2% per year) (55% are under the age of 20)

Birth Rate: 28.29 births/1,000 population (2010 est.)

Area: 2,149,640 sq. km Major Cities:

Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam.

Holy Cities:

Makkah, Madinah.

International Airports:

Riyadh: King Khaled Int’l Airport Jeddah: King Abdul Aziz Int’l.

Airport (Airport Code: JED) Madinah: Prince Muhammad Bin Abdul Aziz Airport / Dammam: King Fahad Int’l Airport.

City: Riyadh Governor:

Prince Khalid bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz Al Saud

Location:

The center of the Arabian Peninsula on a large plateau Distance between Riyadh & Jeddah: 853 km Distance between Riyadh & Dammam: 386 km

Inhabited Area:

Major Arabic Newspapers:

Alriyadh , Al Jazirah , Iqtesadiah, Alsharq Alawsat, and Alhyatt Al-Watan, Okaz.

Riyadh Population: city in Saudi Arabia.

5.4 million and the largest

Major English Newspapers:

Official Language:

IMPORTANT DATES:

Eid Al-Adha (The Feast of Sacrifice):

Saudi Gazette, Arab News.

National Day: Sept 23, 2013 Ramadan (The Holy Month of Fasting): July 9 - August 7, 2013

Eid Al-Fitr (The Feast of Fast-Breaking): August 8, 2013 8

2,815 sq.km - Largest Urban Center in Riyadh Province.

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Arabic. English is the second official language.

October 15, 2013

Calendar: The Hijri lunar calendar is the traditional measure of time and the Gregorian calendar is used as well in business. (1434/2013)

TV: National TV: Saudi Channel 1/ Saudi

Channel 2 (English)/ Saudi Channel 3 (Sports)/ Al Ekhbariya News Satellite TV: Thousands of free channels from across the Middle East, Asia and Europe can be viewed using a satellite dish and receiver.

Premium Satellite Providers: OSN (Orbit Showtime Network): Premium Arabic and Western Entertainment. www.osnetwork.com ART: Premium Arabic, Western, and Asian Entertainment www.artonline. tv

Business & Banking Hours:

8/9AM - 4/5PM Sat-Wed, some are open on Thursdays for half a day 8/9AM - 1/2PM.

Weekend: Thursday- Friday.

Shopping Hours: 10AM - 1PM 5PM - 10/11PM

Currency:

Radio: Stations FM Channel MBC FM 103.0 Saudi Qur’an 100.0 UFM KSA 90.0 Star KSA 99.0 Radio Riyadh 97.7 Alif alif 101.0 Mix FM 98.0

Type Arabic pop Religious News Sports Pop Top 40 Varied program Arabic mix Western

Telephone, Mobile & Internet:

The main telephone service provider is STC – Saudi Telecom Company. The Main mobile service providers are STC, Mobily and Zain.

They also offer mobile Internet solutions *STC: www.stc.com/ *Mobily: www.mobily.com *Zain: www.zain.com To block commercial SMSs for STC users: Call 800-2444455 toll-free (24 hr. service Sat-Wed) or e-mail: Ecare@stc.com.sa Internet Service Providers: *Orbit Satellite Internet: www.orbitsatnet.com *www.zajil.net, *awalnet.net.sa, * www.naseej.com, *www.shabakah.net.sa, * www.sol.net.sa, *cyberia.net.sa, *Nesma: www.nesma.net.sa

Transportation:

Air: Saudi Arabian Airlines - Nas Airlines Land: Bus: SAPTCO: National Bus Company offering transportation between most Saudi cities.

Inside the city: Taxis and Chauffeur companies.

Railroad: Only one passenger train service between Riyadh and Dammam.

Saudi Riyal (SR) - divided into 100 Halalas; Notes printed in 1 (one), 5 (five), 10 (ten), 50 (fifty), 100 (one hundred), 500 (five hundred) Riyal denominations.

Currency Exchange Rates: 1.00 US Dollar (USD) = SR3.75 1.00 Euro (EUR) = SR4.85 1.00 British Pound (GBP) = SR6.01 1.00 Indian Rupee (INR) = SR0.067 1.00 Pakistan Rupee (PKR) = SR0.039 1.00 Phillippines Peso (PHP) = SR0.091

Electricity: 110V and 220V Country Code: 966

City Codes:

Riyadh: 01 3 GMT+

Time Zone:

Jeddah and Makkah: 02 Dammam, Dahran, Alkhobar and Jubail: 03 Madinah and Yanbu: 04

Abha and Najran: 07

Emergencies : Information/ Maintenance: International Information.......905 Telephone Maintenance.........904 Telephone Directory.................905 Speaking Clock.........................1222 Mobily..........................................1100 STC...................................................902 Zain..................................................959

Ambulance...................................997 Electricity Emergency...............933 Fire Fighters..................................998 Natural Disasters.........................988 National Security........................989 Nijm “ Insurance Company for Car Accidents “......................920000560 Road Security..............................996 Traffic Accidents.........................993 Water Emergency......8004411110

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Prince Abdulaziz Turki Al-Faisal

IWC's latest friend

The Swiss watch manufacturer IWC Schaffhausen has launched their new INGENIEUR Watch collection in Geneva. As they welcomed the most renowned Middle East Motorsport Petrol-head, GT champion, Red Bull Athlete and Saudi Falcons champion Prince Abdulaziz Turki Al-Faisal as their newest friend of the brand.

Hyundai’s

Indomie employs 100 FEMALES

Mr. Faisal Badran

Indomie announced that it has recently trained another 100 females in Saudi Arabia who undertook an intensive training program to become part of the capable hands of Indomie’s finest national experts. Successful completion of the training sessions qualified 100 of the trainees who were enrolled into the factories as full-time employees.

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WORLD DEBUT

Hyundai Motor presented a glimpse of its future design directions for its premium vehicles at the 2013 North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), accelerating its push into the global luxury segment, and staged a world premiere of the HCD-14 Genesis concept at the NAIAS.

NCB Capital

WINS A TOP AWARD

NCB Capital, the GCC’s leading wealth manager and the Kingdom’s largest asset manager, won two of the most coveted categories at the 4th Annual MENA Fund Managers Performance Awards. Mr. Faisal Badran, Chief Investment Officer and Head of Asset Management at NCB Capital expressed his appreciation for their wins.

The 7th Hyatt Branded Hotel

AL-KHOZAMA

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced that a Hyatt affiliate had their agreement with Mohammed A. Al Swailem Co for Commercial Investment for a Hyatt Regency Hotel in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

Hyatt Regency Riyadh marks the seventh Hyatt-branded hotel in Saudi Arabia, and the second Hyatt-branded hotel under development in Riyadh.

Al-Khozama Management Company, a leading luxury commercial property development, investment and management company in the Kingdom has announced the signing of an agreement with Al-Rawabi Regional Company, Hotels, Resorts & Spa to manage the first luxury Al-Faisaliah Resort & Spa, a Rosewood Resort in the Kingdom.

OPENING SOON IN RIYADH

latest expansion

FITNESS FIRST GIORDANO enhance customer service comes to Riyadh

Fitness First, the world’s number one health and fitness club chain and a franchise owned and operated by the Landmark Group in the MENA region, has opened its 3rd club in Saudi Arabia. The new club takes the number of outlets in the fitness chain’s Middle East network to 32.

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The “Giordano Means Service” program is taking their customer service to a whole new level by selecting next generation service champions who will spearhead customer care standards and pass on global best-practice standards to their workmates as part of Giordano’s commitment to providing world class customer service to its customers.

FERRARI F12 BERLINETTA

VASELINE

Fast Auto Techniques was happy to announce the arrival of the latest model from Ferrari California; the Ferrari F12 Berlinetta that has the V12 horse motor and is the first of its kind in our region.

Vaseline's new line concentrates on men’s skin from fairness, moisturizers, anti-dullness facial scrub to face wash, shaving wash and smooth face lotion. All products can be found at major stores.

comes to the Kingdom

Men's Range

HELEN'S BAKERY OPENS in Riyadh

Moist cakes, cupcakes, fudge brownies, delicious cookies, muffins, pies, and much more! You will surely find a full range of whatever your "sweet tooth" desires all under one roof on Orouba Rd.

AHIC’S

opportunities in The Saudi Market

The organizers of the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference (AHIC 2013) held an event at the Ritz-Carlton in Riyadh to share their views into Saudi Arabia’s rapidly growing hotel market and offer an insight for existing and potential local investors on the key industry updates and statistics.

The new face of GILLETTE

Gillette proudly announces that Saudi Arabia's national team goalkeeper, Waleed Abdulla, is the new face of the Gillette’s MACH3 ‘Face To Face’ challenge. The winners will compete against both Saudi Arabia national football team and Al-Shabab football club. Captain Waleed Abdullah at a live event at Start Atrium in Dubai Mall.

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Events & Happenings

WHAT’S BEEN GOING ON...

1 1. KRAFT LATEST PRESENTATION UNVEILED: Kraft Cream Cheese Original from Mondelēz International present the ‘Original Treasures of Arabia’ book to the Saudi Arabia Ministry of Culture and Information as a tribute to the region at a presentation ceremony held at the prestigious Four Seasons Hotel in Riyadh.

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2. AL-SHAYA RETAIL ACADEMY’S LATEST LAUNCH: Alshaya International Trading Co., a leading international retail franchise operator, has officially opened the Alshaya Retail Academy in Riyadh, the first of its kind in the Kingdom, under the sponsorship of H.E. Engineer Adel Bin Mohammad Faqih, the Minister of Labour in Saudi Arabia.

3. SAUDI HEART ASSOCIATION LARGEST CONFERENCE: Saudi Heart Association organized its global scientific conference in conjunction with its sponsorship of the tenth conference of the Gulf Heart Association in the same period. It was hosted in Riyadh and was considered the largest conference of Medicine and Surgery in the Middle East.

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4. THE PORSCHE GT3 CUP CHALLENGE MIDDLE EAST: Saudi Falcons Abdulaziz AlFaisal heads into Round 8 on top of the championship standings after finishing second in Round 7 of the Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge Middle East at Reem International Circuit after another head-to-head battle with winner Clemens Schmid.

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5. DAMAC’S LATEST PARTNERSHIP: DAMAC Properties announced a major regional strategic tie-up with luxury global brand FENDI, to provide interior designs on projects in Riyadh in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Dubai, UAE. The DAMAC Exclusive Luxury Serviced Apartments will provide refined luxurious interiors by the Italian fashion house in Riyadh.

7. GILLETTE FUTURE CHAMPS TOURNAMENT: Gillette has organized a champ’s tournament where a total of 128 teams competed to be one of the final 8 teams to train with Brazilian coaches through SSP (Saudi Stars Program, one of our partners). The winners will get to travel to Spain to attend the Real Madrid Camp for two weeks.

6. THE GOVERNMENT SUMMIT’S OPENING SESSION: The Government Summit, the first of its kind regional initiative in Dubai, called for a ‘sustainable and inclusive’ development model for the Gulf countries, with international speakers commending the UAE for its success in fostering human resources development as a key priority.

8. WORLD LUXURY EXPO PREMIERS IN RIYADH! The three-day American Express World Luxury Expo opened at the Ritz-Carlton.

The exhibition features the world’s leading luxury brands and services from a wide selection of luxurious categories such as arts, jewelry, and cars.

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Mark Your

Calendar

New, Hot, and Happening Now

March 2013

Sunday

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Monday

Tuesday

District Cooling Stakeholders Summit

Date: 3rd – 5th of March An interactive session that will be focusing on building a prosperous business and clean and efficient production of renewable energy.

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Skyline Exhibition

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Solo exhibition by Saudi artist Fahed Al Gethami.

Venue: Lam Art Gallery Tel: +966-1-281-0906 Website: www.lamartgallery.com

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Gstaad International School

Digital Grid and Smart Cities Summit

Date: 10th – 13th of March Venue: TBA Website: www.biztradeshows. com/conferences/digital-grids-smart/

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Kingdom Power and Desalination Summit

Date: 17th – 18th of March A crucial summit that addresses the necessities of the power industry in the Gulf region and at the same time explores planning and investment in the domain of power and desalination.

Website: http://www. biztradeshows.com/ conferences/kingdomspower-desalination/

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Wednesday

Date: 11th – 14th of March Gstaad International School will visit Saudi Arabia; a reception will be hosted in which alumni, agents and prospective families will be invited to learn more about the school.

Venue: Embassy of Switzerland, Diplomatic Quarter Tel: +966 1 488 1291 Website: http://www.eda.admin.ch/eda/en/home/reps/asia/vsau/ embrya.html

Saudi Exhibition for the Requirement of Persons with Disabilities

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The first exhibition of human brains and the technology of the era of aids and equipment, tools and supplies for the care, rehabilitation and mobility of persons with disabilities.

Venue: Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Center Tel: +966-1-2006677 E-mail: info@ricec.com.sa Website: http: //www.diaaexhibition.com/content/first-saudiexhibition-requirement-persons-disabilities-diaa-2013

2nd Annual Bridges Saudi Arabia 2013 Visiting Historical Castles and Carvings At Sakaka, the biggest field of carvings in Al Jauf Date: 19th of March E-mail: trailcheeta@yahoo.com

Date: 19th of March Venue: Four Seasons Hotel Tel: +966 (1) 211-5000 Website: tradeshow. free-press-release.com/ annual-bridges-saudiarabia/2nd-annual-bridgessaudi-arabia-2013.77965.html

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Saudi Ophthalmology Conference

Date: 3rd – 6th of March Research perspectives for the development in the field of ophthalmology.

Venue: King Fahd Cultural Center Tel: +966-1-4800837 Website: http://www. biztradeshows.com/ conferences/ digital-grids-smart/

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WAM 2013 Growing Initiatives Award

Date: 1st – 15th of March Women Appreciation Month (WAM), is an annual initiative led by femi9 in its efforts to recognize women’s role in society and express its appreciation to their contributions.

Website: www.wamarabia.com

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Farasan Islands

Dive or go snorkelling, visit historical sites and enjoy gazelle watching.

Note: Book 3 weeks in advance.

E-mail: trailcheeta@yahoo.com

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Taif`s Rose Season

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Date: 21st of March Experience the most expensive Rose perfume oil in the world and visit local Taif Rose Farm and Factory, camel rides, cable car rides, and sightseeing.

E-mail: trailcheeta@yahoo.com

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Saudi Travel and Tourism Investment Market (STTIM) 2013

10th Diabetes Educator Course

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Date: 30th of March – 24th of April Venue: Postgraduate Training Center Tel: +966-1-8045991 E-mail: ptc.registration@ksau-hs.edu.sa Website: http://www.ngha.med.sa

* DR magazine is not responsible for any event cancellation.

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Date: 31st of March – 4th of April The event covers all Travel and Tourism Investments aspects in Saudi Arabia.

Venue: Riyadh International Convention and Exhibition Centre Tel: +966-1-2006677 Website: www.ameinfo.com/ events-492617.html

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Useful Information Settling In

ABSORBING THE

CULTURE SHOCK

By Anas Darwish

Ever since the existence of Saudi Arabia, expats from all over the world have come to the Kingdom to find opportunities as well as to bring new services, ideas, and technologies that can help the Kingdom develop, grow, and prosper. When expats arrive in KSA they usually face a culture shock due to differences between Western and Middle Eastern cultures.

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is a Muslim country, where Islam governs legal and financial decisions as well as personal and social lives. It is preferred to have a brief idea about the tradition, customs, and culture of the country to avoid any misunderstandings or other unpleasant situations. It would also be helpful to learn some of the basics in Arabic such as greetings and some terminology that might help you communicate with the locals and labor.

IQAMA : When dealing with any branch of the government, it is imperative that you show them your Residency Permit (Iqama); it will show them proof of your name, nationality, religion, and sponsor.

MUSLIMS PRAY FIVE TIMES A DAY: 1. Dusk (Fajr) Prayer 2. Noon (Dhuhor) Prayer 3. Afternoon (Aser) Prayer 4. Sunset (Maghreb) Prayer 5. Night (Esha) Prayer Exact times are available online and in local newspapers daily.

ATHAN AND IQAMAH: Before every prayer you will hear the first prayer call (Athan) and a few minutes later a second one (Iqamah) notifying Muslims that prayer is starting. It is disrespectful to Muslims to have music on even at low volumes during prayer times.

In all parts of the Kingdom as well as here in the capital, all stores, restaurants and shops are required by law to close during prayer times. Prayers usually last about 30 minutes except for the noon prayer, which takes longer. Provided that noon prayer is closest to lunch breaks, it may cause some shops to close from noon till 4 pm, which would be amazing for those of you who enjoy afternoon naps, but never the less, it would be beneficial to plan ahead as to when to go out in order to find open shops.

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THOBES FOR MEN AND ABAYAS FOR WOMEN: Most locals are found wearing the traditional attire, for men it is a white garment called a “Thobe” which is Arabic for gown, it is as comfortable as clothing comes, but the red and white headscarf (Shmagh) might take a little getting used to. For women an Abaya, the black gown that comes with a headscarf to cover a female’s hair, is a must. Women in Saudi Arabia especially locals, must cover their bodies from neck to toe, as is the Saudi custom. Some people love the fact that they don’t have to worry about what to wear when leaving the house, over here it's simple, Thobes for men and Abayas for women, saving the hours most people spend digging through their closets and piles of clothes.

RAMADAN: It is the holy month to Muslims, during this month Muslims who are able refrain from eating, drinking and smoking from sunrise to sunset, it also affects working hours for most business. During Ramadan it is prohibited to eat, drink, or smoke in public before Sunset Prayer.

CLIMATE IN RIYADH: The weather is usually dry and extremely hot in the summer and pretty cold in the winter. During the summer the sun is more dangerous than most other countries and temperatures may reach over 40 degrees Celsius, therefore take the necessary precautions by using sunblock and hydrating regularly.

RELIGIOUS POLICE : There is a branch of the Saudi government called the Religious Police. They are usually dressed in regular Saudi attire (Thobe) and are accompanied by a police officer in uniform. These officials roam the streets to insure that Muslims attend group prayers during prayer times, unrelated males and females don’t mingle in public, and shops close for prayer. The Religious Police don’t usually approach Westerners as they would Arabs.

As KSA is a 100% Muslim country, alcoholic beverages are banned and illegal, thus there are no pubs or liquor stores, and possession of alcohol is punishable by law.

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Business

ACTION! IDEA, PLAN‌

By Talah Tamimi

Here are a few examples of reasons behind several successful startups from different industries:

In a search for the Saudi spirit of Entrepreneurship, Destination Riyadh asked the following questions: What does it take to start a business in Saudi Arabia? What are good business ideas?

What services are available to educate Saudi entrepreneurs on how to write a business plan, what paperwork is required, and who can assist with financing? To our pleasant surprise we came across several entities such as the Badir program of KACST (King Abdulziz City for Science and Technology), the Centennial Fund, and Entrepreneurship centers throughout the country that assist Saudis to turn their ideas into actual businesses.

We are all familiar with startups that are common household names such as Google, Apple, and Microsoft. However, these names should not intimidate entrepreneurs.

We do not all have to be computer scientists, or geniuses to come up with great ideas.

The key is to find a problem that you are passionate about and would like to solve.

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Zipcar, founded by two women in the year 2000, is currently the largest car sharing service, offering by the hour car rental.

The founders were concerned about the environment and wanted to reduce carbon emissions from cars. They discovered that for every car-sharing vehicle, 7.5 cars are eliminated off the road. The business started with 75,000 $ pre-launch, four cars, and only 68 $ in the bank. Now the company is valued at 1 billion $, and has 650,000 members and 9000 cars.

Another great idea is Groupon, created in the year 2008. The company provides online discounted offers and shopping deals in certain cities. The founders wanted to encourage people to go out and enjoy their cities instead of having empty restaurants and businesses. It is a win-win solution for both businesses and customers. Groupon is currently one of the fastest growing companies, with sales of 1 billion $ in 2011 from a mere 5000 $ in 2008 .

And lastly, Whole Foods, an organic supermarket concept, was established in the year 1980 because its founder, John Mackey, was concerned about the food industry; the implications processed foods had on one’s health. He opened his first Natural Foods store in 1978 with just 45,000 $, and two years later teamed up with two other entrepreneurs to open what we know today as Wholefoods. Currently Wholefoods has 300 branches and 10.1billion $ in revenue for the year 2011 .

These are just a few examples of entrepreneurs who came across a need or saw a problem and built their business as a solution to these problems. Inspired?

Excited? The following are a list of entities that can facilitate turning your ideas into actual businesses: The Badir program was launched in 2007,

by King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology, as a tech incubator for Saudi tech entrepreneurs. Badir provides a skill development program for Entrepreneurs, and a mentorship network with Industry experts. In a discussion with Mr. Omar Zuhair, an Entrepreneurship Programs Supervisor at Badir, we discussed Startup Weekend Riyadh, which took place on January 30, 2013. This was the third Start Up weekend hosted by Badir. The candidates apply online, and if selected pitch their idea to a panel of judges. There is a process of elimination where the best and most feasible ideas move to the next round.

Teams are then created, mentors provide guidance, the ideas are further developed into actual business plans, and by the end of the weekend candidates have actual projects and prototypes ready to be presented to a panel of judges. After a five-minute final presentation, three winners are selected.

In general Badir offers all the teams the opportunity to be incubated by Badir. People are excited, and ideas are implemented.

Badir is hoping to have another two Startup Weekend events before the end of the year.

Another resource for Saudi entrepreneurs is the Centennial fund. The non-profit organization was founded in 2004 in an effort to address unemployment and develop local economies by helping Saudis start their own businesses. They provide partial or total financing for start-ups in the form of loans. In addition the organization provides training, a mentoring program, and facilitates government and marketing services.

To jumpstart you business ideas, the Entrepreneurship Center at KAUST (King Abdullah University for Science and Technology) offers a ten-week entrepreneurial development program through its VentureLab. It assists entrepreneurs turn research projects into actual businesses by further developing the product idea, creating a prototype or model, and finally testing out the model with potential customers and investors. According to its website “It’s fast, furious, hands-on, and result-driven!”

Saudi Aramco’s Entrepreneurship Center, Wa’ed, was also developed to spread the entrepreneurial culture in the country.

They accept creative and innovative ideas that have the potential to create jobs.

Wa’ed provides training, business plan preparation, followed by due diligence and Wa’ed financing.

So, what does it take to start a business in Saudi? A great idea, and the courage to implement it. All the tools are at every young Saudi male and female’s fingertips.

No excuses please!

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Explore KSA

WADI HANIFA

“GREENERY, PONDS, VALLEYS AND MUCH MORE!�

Whenever a person first thinks of Riyadh the immediate thought that comes to mind is that of a typical concrete metropolis surrounded by blankets of sandy dunes. That, however, would not be the most accurate description, as just adjacent to the city you will come across one of the most exquisite scenic bliss known in the region - the Wadi Hanifa - about 120 kilometers of naturally beautiful lakes and luscious green trees.

Having visited some of the huge malls, forts and museums during our stay in Riyadh, we were looking for something new and with a few good words from friends who had visited the area before, Wadi Hanifa seemed like the perfect place to visit for our excursion.

is accessible via the western ring road and then on to the Wadi Hanifa road and this runs through most of the northern portion of the valley and gives a nice glimpse of the valley.

There are many villages situated on this road and it can give a great insight into the diminishing village life.

The valley is mainly divided in two portions one in the north of Riyadh and the other in the south of Riyadh. The northern portion

After having a wonderful drive on the northern part it was time for us to head out towards to the southern part of the valley

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which is where most of the ponds are located and it is the more greener portion of the valley. The southern part is accessible via the southern ring road and then on to the Wadi Hanifa road. Please note thought that this road somehow also has the same name as the road to access the northern portion of the valley although there is no link between them.

In the southern portion of the valley we came across one of the biggest dams I have ever seen. Even though we were there at a time when the floodgates were closed, it was still a sight worth seeing. There are many spots in and around the valley that you can easily find which provide an amazing view of the landscape, these spots are ideal for getting your grill out and having a good old fashioned barbecue - we know we did!

Soon after we continued on our journey going south and we came across plenty of parks with loads of recreational activities available in them. These parks are almost always filled with families having barbeques and children playing around.

Other things to look for in the area are the date palm plantations being cultivated on the banks of the Wadi, as well as the nice hilly areas which provide an opportunity to gaze at the mesmerizing sunset, it was probably the best sunset I have seen away from the beach.

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The valley takes its name from the ancient Arab tribe of Banu Hanifa, who were the principal tribe in the area at the dawn of Islam though in those days the valley was better known as Al Irdh.

Personally speaking, I enjoyed the southern part of the valley more as it has more to offer so I would suggest that you visit the northern part first and then come down to the southern part - as the saying goes “save the best for the last.”

On the whole it was a nice change for us after being in Riyadh for quite some days.

It was surprising for us that such a place existed and as we did not know what to expect from it, that made it even more memorable for us. It’s a nice way to relax, breathe some fresh air, and it’s the sort of place that people from all age groups can enjoy.

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THROUGH OUR LENS The New Urban Riyadh

Photogrpahs by Mohammed Al Deghaishim, Ahmed Sheleyah and Samir Al Hajj

Riaydh is a city on the move. Development is happening everywhere, and along with the new buildings is a new mood... the mood of achievement, success, and progress.

The towering cranes signal the shimmering monuments of modernity which spring from the desert floor overnight.

Join Destination Riyadh for a look at the marvels of this growing city.

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King Abdullah Financial District

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Rafal Tower

Hilton Hotel

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King Fahad Library

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SPORTS & LEISURE CHOICES IN RIYADH Riyadh may not have the water sports of a coastal city, but it makes up for it more in the sheer variety of outdoor venues offering sporting opportunities for all ages.

Whether it’s enjoying the natural beauty in the deserts surrounding Riyadh or experiencing the man-made indoor attractions there’s something to suit everyone.

UNIVERSAL BOWLING CENTER

The 30-lane Universal Bowling Center opened in 2007. It includes video arcades, dance machine, billiards, PlayStation, table tennis, and network games. Whether it’s a birthday party, a company outing, or just a spontaneous desire to have some fun, UBC is where everyone in Riyadh goes bowling.

Bowling creates an atmosphere of fun, excitement, competition, and teamwork.

Join a league or just drop by…it’s fun!

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PAINTBALL

The thrill of the hunt, the click of the trigger, and the dodging of bullets…is this war or is this a sport? Paintball is the totally legitimate way to enjoy guerrilla warfare in the safety of a paintball arena. Helmets, gloves, and protective gear ensure that participants stay safe while enjoying the thrill of shooting at other people. This is a fun outing for a group of friends or coworkers.

Location: Najah St. Ar Rimal Tel: 920003318 Web: www.1stpaintball.com

QUAD BIKING

Desert enthusiasts love dune bashing, but the thrill of quad biking takes sand dune enjoyment to a higher level! Explore virgin dunes or follow the tried and tested trails through the sandy deserts around Riyadh while the weather is still pleasant.

Remember to wear a helmet, take water, and enjoy! A 1-hour session on a quad bike costs approximately SR100.

Location: Near by Janadriyah

EQUESTRIAN SPORTS

Whether it’s horse riding, horse racing, or horsemanship skills you’re interested in, you can indulge your passion for beautiful Arabian horses at a variety of facilities around Riyadh. The elegance and appeal of horses has a long legacy in KSA, so take part in the sport of kings.

Location: Al Janadriyah Road Tel: +966-1-2540154 Web: www.frusiya.com

GOLF

Did you know that Riyadh has five green golf courses and numerous sand ones? The cool winter weather finds most of these courses full on weekends, so plan ahead or go with a member to ensure maximum playtime on the course.

Location: Al Arid Mob: +966-557399900 Web: wwwriyadhgolfcourses.com

JOGGING/RUNNING

Jogging/running is usually a solo sport, but running with the Riyadh Road Runners transforms this lonely activity into an enjoyable social event! They are active in the cooler months with bi-weekly runs culminating in a Riyadh Marathon in March.

Stay in shape and share the camaraderie of running devotees.

Web: www.riyadhroadrunners.com

CAR RACING

While drivers treat Riyadh’s highways as race courses…speed demons should express themselves on the controlled racetracks of Riyadh. The Reem International Circuit is the 1st FIA certified racing circuit in KSA, so indulge your need for speed on a supervised track, which is designed for maximum challenge and safety.

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LAM ART GALLERY ARABIAN ART

Art in all its forms has featured in Arab cultures for hundreds of years. From paintings to pottery, from music to poetry, and many different categories in between, Arabs are well known for their artistic talents unique to the region.

All over KSA, art galleries have been flourishing in recent years. As a public space to give artists a place to exhibit their work and share their art with the public, art galleries showcase the many talented Saudi artists. One of these art galleries is Lam Art Gallery.

Lam Art Gallery opened its doors in 2010.

This spacious venue features different types of artists and specializes in contemporary Saudi Art. Their main objective is to promote the Saudi and Middle Eastern culture through art as they help promote aspiring talents by hosting their own exhibitions.

Since they opened their doors to the public, they have showcased the artwork of artists such as Abdulaziz Ashour, Bassem Al Sharqi, Hussein Al Mohasen, Mohammad Al Ajlan, Mohammad Zaza, and Corinne Martin.

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international art fairs such as Menas Art Fair 2011 in Beirut and Abu Dhabi Art Fair 2010-2012 in the U.A.E. Aside from their art exhibitions, they also host different events throughout the year such as professional art workshops and giving back to the community by hosting charity events.

Lam Art Gallery recently relocated from the Centria Mall into a new location at Home Offices. This move gave them the opportunity to have a much larger space and display a greater quantity of fabulous artworks from local artists.

RECENT EXHIBITIONS:

•OCTOBER 8TH 2012 Title: Faces Event: Solo Exhibition Artist: Mohammad Zaza from Syria •NOVEMBER 7TH TO 10TH, 2012

Participation in Abu Dhabi Art Fair 2012

Participating artists: Bassem Al

Sharqi, Talal Al Zeid, Marwah Al Mugait (Saudi artists)

•NOVEMBER 28TH, 2012 Title: Riyadh Heart of Arabia Event: Book launch & Solo Exhibition Artist: Mohsen Al Dajani •DECEMBER 4TH, 2012 Title: Get Involved: Young and

Emerging Artists Exhibition: Group exhibition in association with Al-Nahda Women's CharitableSociety •JANUARY 21TH, 2013 Title: 1001 Nights Event: Solo Exhibition Artist: Olga Dugin from Germany Tel: +966-1-2810906 Email: info@lamartgallery.com Twitter: @lamartgallery Facebook: Lam Art Gallery

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Entertainment

LatifaRashed

The Art of Digital

By Halah Gandeel

Digital Art is a general term for the use of digital technology in producing artwork. Latifah Rashed is a Saudi digital artist in her twenties from Hail.

Passionate about her work, she shares with us her journey and what inspires her to create such wonderful and beautifully detailed cartoon characters that brings smiles to everyone’s faces.

Q1: Tell us a bit about yourself.

I am very interested in visual arts, illustrations and design. I also enjoy creating cartoon characters and short animated films.

Q2: How did you start illustrating?

Back when I used to paint, it felt somewhat like an operation to me. As soon as my brush touches the blank canvas, there is no going back. I have to live with my original idea and get it on the canvas from start to finish. Even though painting was a good way of using all my different colors and white space, it was 38 DESTINATION RIYADH

very costly and time consuming. However, when I entered the world of digital art, I quickly adapted to the change in speed and realized the differences, especially cost-wise. The production cost of my artwork kept decreasing. In addition, illustrating introduced me to thousands of new colors that I have never used, which therefore helped me work on more than one project per day.

Q3: Did you take any illustration classes?

I haven’t taken any illustration classes from professionals because I personally think self-teaching takes you further than merely acquiring information directly from professionals. Also, self-teaching developed my self-confidence and skills.

Some of the things I have learned on my own are that meditation and nutrition for all visual arts help to widen your imagination and allows you to generate beautiful and innovative ideas.

Q4: What tools do you use to illustrate?

Direct drawing using Wacom tablet on specialized programs for digital drawing, as well as drawing on my iPad. Q5: What inspires you to create your characters?

My observation of God’s creatures is the source of my inspiration, the merging of all the small details, the lines and colors that God created inspires me to create beautiful things. Another source of inspiration for me are smiles, because of how comfortable, peaceful and content they make me feel.

For that reason, I always aim to keep smiles on my characters’ faces when I draw them, because that will reflect on my audience and therefore reflect back on me.

Q6: What difficulties did you face while creating your illustrations using digital art?

As a digital artist, the challenge I face is competition. The world we live in today is rapidly changing and evolving, and the audience is becoming more and more impatient. For that reason, in order to stay in the scene, I need to constantly produce more work.

these ideas to a single series or character because I believe that this might cause a limitation in creativity to a certain point.

However there will be more of these short animated films that convey innovative ideas.

Q10: What programs did you use to create your animated films?

Adobe programs and Final Cut pro.

Q11: What are your future plans for your artwork?

A collection of my latest work will be available in the near future. This collection, which includes the already completed “Lateefah Characters,” will be animated.

In addition, I am hoping there will be a re-translation of my cartoon characters that could be useful for primary education in order to help children learn all the basic subjects via the iPad.

Q7: Did you participate in any galleries or competitions?

A group of artists and I participated in painting the largest Islamic canvas of Allah’s 99 names in both Arabic and English. The painting was thankfully a success, and it entered the Guinness Book of World Records.

Q8: What advice do you have for illustrating beginners?

Find the appropriate method that you find suitable for yourself, because art is a way of expressing your feelings and emotions.

Also focus on practicing, it plays a big role in perfecting your lines and shading.

Q9: We’ve seen your animated short films; do you plan to create an animated series?

Director Tahani Rahed and I produced these short animated films, which aim to have their own unique ideas, different from any content that is currently being produced and for it to be of an entertaining nature to convey the ideas in an indirect way. I prefer not to limit

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The Porsche GT3 Cup Challenge Middle East is considered one of the most thrilling and professional one-make series on the regional motor racing calendar.

The championship was created to give the rising number of talented drivers in the region an opportunity to realize their racing potential while enhancing their personal circuit experience.

Currently in its fourth season, the championship features the region’s leading drivers, all competing in Porsche 911 GT3 Cup on the Middle East’s worldclass circuits in the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia.

Last month, rounds 7 and 8 of the challenge were held at Reem International circuit in Riyadh, hometown to the Saudi Falcon's team.

We got a chance to chat with two leading champions from the talented team and learn more about this new and adrenaline raising sport.

Faisal Saad Binladen, aka FBL Chief Executive Officer of the Saudi Falcons Profession: Civil Engineer Age: 27 Tell us a bit about Circuit racing. How did it become your dream to pursue it?

FBL: Car racing has many styles or disciplines, one of them is circuit racing.

It is the most accurate and technically challenging with the highest rate of consistency without mistakes. Therefore it requires perfection in every aspect.

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Abdulaziz bin Turki al Faisal, aka ATF Red Bull athlete and "IWC" Friend of Brand Profession: Business Man Age: 29 After my first race in 2008, I noticed a lot of people who showed talent and had the potential to get into motor-racing sports.

They deserve to be given a chance to represent their country, so I decided the way to do that was to establish a team and build a solid foundation, giving young talents a chance to rise.

What are your rituals before a race?

FBL: I always wear my suit, then my Balaclava (a knit cap for the head and neck) and walk around wishing drivers good luck, especially my team mates. Then I put on the HANS (a U shaped restraint to support the head and neck) and helmet. I keep my gloves off until I'm seated in the car. I wear my red gloves, putting on the right hand before left, then I pray before we start the formation lap.

What would be your advice for motorsport lovers in KSA? FBL: Motor-sport is difďŹ cult, but if you've "got talent," you make yourself noticed and you must follow the right track. Please understand that public roads are the right place to learn the art of safe driving, while race tracks are where you learn to become future champions.

What would you say are the ABC’s of winning?

ATF: Winning in motor racing does not break down to only speed and talent; it has to be supported with fitness, workout and most importantly TEAMwork. The driver is subjected to many physical challenges in the car. Endurance is key to maintaining consistency. A racer needs to take care of different aspects of his body like the neck which is subject to big pressure and high G-forces. Cardio workout is also very important. Commitment is key, throughout the season. Special diets, sleeping early and personal life management help in preserving the body and the mind.

What are your future hopes for motorracing in Saudi?

ATF: We would like to spread more awareness about the sport we love so passionately.

We are trying to reach and educate the general youth. There are no manufacturers in the region, only private teams and individuals who love the sport.

Raising exposure and gaining sponsorship are vital to pave the way to further develop the world of motor-sports in Saudi.

Thankfully, many private companies are becoming interested in sponsoring both individual drivers and teams.

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Fashion Passion

at MAISON BO-M

By Reham Saeed

On February 5th, creative expression surrounded Nujood Mall’s Maison Bo-M Gallery.

Upon entering, viewers were immediately welcomed with music, lights, and art all around them! One of two events in the capital, Tanween Design Boutique’s Backstage Show featured the works of one artist, and selections from 23 designers from around the Middle East. According to a recent press release, “Maison Bo-M Galleries is the founder and organizer of Riyadh Fashion Days and is proud to have successfully launched Saudi designers in the region.”

The works of the emerging talents, which ranged from fashion to jewelry to art, proved to be quite inspired and refreshingly original. Creations that stood out in particular were the accessories, namely the couture-like Turban line by accessories designer Bint Thani. According to Thani, lady-style turbans seem to be quite popular in Dubai and even abroad. Having not been in style since the 1920’s, this designer has managed to recreate the turban trend in a classier, updated fashion. Made from silk, tightened and wrapped into a rose bud, this headdress has been beautifully revamped into the 21st century. Lady turbans are practical for every woman. “It could be something for a lady who is fully covered.

Or it could be something for a lady who just wears it as a trend,” says Thani.

Match that turban with a must-have clutch from handbag designer extraordinaire, Alice Edde. Coming from her Miss E collection, these bags are coated in gloss, color, and are strikingly visually appealing. Purses so vibrant…they might pass as handheld works of art. Dresses ranged from jewel embroidered to something as simple as silk and a sash, including offerings with the elegance of designer Tanya. Artist Lina 42 DESTINATION RIYADH

Gazzaz proudly shared her paintings to reveal to Riyadh what inspires her. “What I hope for, is to open a new perspective, to broaden a person’s horizon,” she said.

That’s what fashion and art is all about; opening minds, exploring how colors can come together into images, and imagining what stories they could tell you. Gazzaz is confident that she chose the perfect venue for such creative exposure.

Maison Bo-M is considered to be Riyadh’s most unique venue for private viewings, book signings, art exhibitions, and creative workshops. Launched in February 5th, the Backstage and Bags & Shades exhibitions ran until the 25th. “When successful, it allows the audience to rethink their own fashion tastes, challenge perceptions, and develops the local industry. This event is a social initiative to allow members of the creative community to work hand in hand in presenting regional talent. With cities like Riyadh and Jeddah that hold a diverse range of talent, the industry has a bright future to develop and grow in the next few decades.”

Location: Nojoud Center Tel: +966-1-2021205 Web: www.maisonbo-m.com

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Fashion & Shopping

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My name is Nour Kelani; I am a fashion designer, stylist, traveller, wife and above all a mother. I am a big believer that fashion is our daily dose of art. I love animals and I have a pug named Tamis.

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Raf and Dior I think almost everyone was waiting for this season’s Dior collection; I personally wanted to see the change!And I’ll tell you I liked it. The Fashion industry was shocked when Dior fired Galliano and people were raving to see who would replace him. Until April 2012, Raf Simons (Belgian, age 45) was announced as the creative director at Christian Dior. Raf was Creative Director for Jil Sander and his last collection was Fall/ Winer 2012. Simons focused on the 1950s by playing with some of Christian Dior’s famous silhouettes: the A line, the H line, and the Bar jacket.

Simons said he aims “to bring some emotion back to what I felt in the nineties, because I see a lot of amazing clothes, but I don’t see a lot of emotion now.” and we think he did!

He walked the walk and owned the runway.

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Quick Spring 2013 trend report • • • • • • •

Black and white heaven Lots of sharp lines Electric colors Exotic and tribal prints and feel Leather Boudoir lace and chiffons High contrast

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Dana Al-Kahlifa - A personal favorite blogger; the overdressed is one of the very unique and elegant blogs.

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Bottega Veneta SR 2050

Luis Morais SR 2,970

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Beams Plus SR 850

Balmain SR 1,950

Burberry Prorsum SR 2,650

All theory, dear friend, is gray, but the golden tree of life springs

Dolce & Gabanna SR 1,420

– Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Giordano SR 55

Burberry Prorsum SR 1,920

Miko Spinelli SR 2,250

ever green

Ann Demeulemeester SR. 2,000

Etro SR 3,230

Valentino SR 5,630

Givenchy SR 2,055

All theory, dear friend, is gray, but the golden tree of life springs

Sarah Basaad is a fashion designer and a great stylist.

She can mix and match, and has the great talent of making affordable clothes look expensive. As you can see below, she will be taking good care of our men’s section.

Fashion & Dining Shopping Around Town

GADGETS

Molami Twine SR 999 Where superb audio is combined with avant-garde design, incorporating a function meets fashion ideal. Molami headphones are designed with the contemporary individual in mind.

Product Design Award (PDJ) Coming soon!

Winner of the 2013 iF product design award, This all in one portable DJ console comes with everything you need to be a DJ on the go complete with two separate touchscreens and a central mixing board. The PDJ comes equipped from the factory with 4GB of internal flash memory but is expandable up to 32GB with the use of larger SD cards. There is absolutely no external power source needed, and this little gadget will allow you to play for nearly 12 hours straight on just one charge.

Bight is a boldly innovative earphone that rests securely in your ears. Its small size and construction lets you enjoy sound comfortably.

Monster Beats Pill SR 899 Built to act not only as a powerful, compact speaker for listening to music but also as a portable system for taking calls, the Pill™ does it all with the freedom of wireless.

Features: Small Size, Big Sound Totally Portable Change Track from your Phone Bluetooth Conferencing

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Mophie Juice Pack Helium Coming soon!

Ultra-thin, 1500mAh protective battery case made for iPhone 5.

Feel the difference in the palm of your hand; 13% thinner than any of our previous iPhone juice packs. It’s so thin, you won’t believe there’s a battery inside.

Engineered with edge-to-edge protection and outfitted with 80% more battery life to keep your iPhone 5 safe and charged, the juice pack helium™ allows you to truly Do more™.

NavJack Corium SR 150 Light, strong, tough and scratchresistant, our Corium Series covers are made of unique, aerospacegrade fiberglass materials.

Strands are woven to fit your iPhone 5 like a glove, giving it the safety, security and style you need.

Availbale at iZone.

Jawbone Up Coming soon!

UP is a system, wristband + iPhone app, that tracks how you sleep, move and eat.

TRACK YOUR SLEEP. Small and comfortable to wear, senses your micro-movements while you sleep and how many hours you slept, how long it took you to fall asleep.

TRACK YOUR ACTIVTY. UP tracks your steps, distance, calories burned. TRACK YOUR FOOD & DRINK. UP’s mobile app lets you log what you eat and drink. TAKE ACTION. UP helps you set daily goals and tracks your progress over time. It also lets you set helpful alarms and reminders.

Sol Republic SR 499 Tracks HD are the first interchangeable headphones to deliver incredible sound, style and technology. Tracks HD are fully loaded with deeper bass, higher vocal clarity and crisp vocals so you can feel the full power of your music. It’s built to withstand heavy abuse. Our SonicSoft™ Speaker Pads and extra wide ear cushions let you enjoy your music in comfort for hours.

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All gadgets availbale at iZone www.izone-stores.com

&

GIFTS SOUVENIRS 1. LAMSA

Lamsa consists of hand-made items from the finest materials in the Kingdom, from gold satin table cloths to pure silver antique daggers. Their specially tailored Abayas beautifully illustrate the styles of several districts in Saudi Arabia. Items range from stunning flashy silver or gold trims to nice yet simple floral and stripes. Lamsa is all about tradition and uniqueness; it is the perfect place to shop for anyone who craves culture and historic authenticity.

2. ZAZZLE

Zazzle is a cool website that allows you to customize your own purchases with the design, logo and even color you want in highest quality custom products and everexpanding array of categories. From t-shirts, key chains, cellphone covers to water bottles, bumper stickers and many more cool things.

For a memorable gift you should definitely surf through Zazzle!

Location: Faisaliyah Mall - 3rd Floor Tel: +966-1-2734239 Web: www.Lamsa.co

Web: www.zazzle.com

3. CAMEL CORNER

From traditional lanterns to tiny glass painted coffee pots, this shop just bursts with originality. Still maintaining authenticity, most items are hand-made from raw material. Their souvenir mugs, such as one with a Niqab-covered woman shows a funnier side to this store. With a mix of culture and humor, all things Camel Corner are sure to make for a great memento.

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Dining Around Town

Al Qarya Al Najdiya The Najdi Village Restaurant

By Layla

For the ultimate Saudi experience, a visit to the Najdi Village restaurant is a must.

The restaurant, located on Abu Bakr Rd. opposite the Prince Sultan University, is a traditional Najdi style mud house. The building itself has many interesting details, and vividly displays the traditional Saudi lifestyle, decor and architecture. Guests will enjoy not only the delicious Saudi heritage cuisine, but the entire building and little details which make it almost like visiting a cultural museum. Stepping into the restaurant is like stepping back in time.

Al Qarya Al Najdiya is divided into singles and family sections. The men’s entrance is lined with intriguing artifacts, colorful old doors, cooking utensils, Bedouin jewelry, spices and food items. Guests are led to an open-air courtyard typical to Najdi homes from back in the day when ventilation and light was provided through it. The courtyard is surrounded by the dining majlis and a watermill.

The family entrance is from the side of the building, visitors pass by some antique cars on the way. Najdi style decorations, architecture and friendly waiters dressed in traditional Saudi attire welcome the visitors.

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Guests are given the option to dine in an open area, tent-like rooms, or majlis (private rooms decorated to look like Najdi living rooms).

There’s a watermill in the center of an openair courtyard which allows the natural light to enter during daytime and star gazing during the evenings. The majlis seatings are complete with air-conditioning and fireplaces. The tents are romantic, with lanterns hanging from the ceilings. No chairs or tables here; seating is on cushions on the floor and food is served from traditional plates placed on large straw mats.

The restaurant is quiet during daytime but in the evenings and especially weekends it gets very busy and reservations are recommended.

The food is very tasty and reasonably priced allowing the visitors to order many different Najdi specialties. For groups of more than seven people the best way to sample all the different flavorful dishes is to order the elaborate set menu. It includes everything from various freshly baked breads, dips, salads, soups, chicken, vegetable, lamb and camel dishes, dessert and Arabic coffee, tea and dates.

A meal with five dishes would cost around 100 riyals. Portion sizes are so generous that it’s enough for two individuals to eat a filling meal and still have some leftovers. Najdi Village is the best place to try unique and authentic Saudi dishes and of course camel meat!

Recommended dishes here are the Jareesh (barley grain with yogurt and caramelized onions), Haneeni (wheat dough, dates, butter and milk), Marasiya (Saudi pancakes), and Mataziz (wheat dough pieces cooked with vegetables and meat). The chicken dishes are especially succulent and tender. On the menu you will also find some more "modern" Saudi foods such as chicken Kabsa.

All meals include complimentary flatbread, Arabic coffee and dates. Although guests tend to eat using their hands, utensils are available for those not accustomed to eating the traditional Saudi way.

The best indication that the food here is delicious is seeing how many Saudi families enjoy the Najdi Village restaurant. It doesn’t get more authentic than this!

Location: Abu Bakr St. Tel: +966-1-4646530

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Dining Around Town

LET’S TREAT Our Mothers!

Mothers deserve to be celebrated everyday, but since Mother's Day is celebrated this month, you should treat her to something extra special and take her out on a date. Don't know where to go? Don't worry we have the perfect guide for you.

Options for dining destinations vary depending on the type of outing you have in mind. Whether you want to go for breakfast or brunch at a fancy cafe, an evening of luxury fine dining, a casual hip outing, or simply spend quality time at a relaxed family spot, we got it all. Keep reading and take your pick!

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FANCY CAFES: For a taste of France, visit Paul and enjoy a nice quiet meal in the delightful old-fashioned café. Breakfast, lunch or dinner, Paul is truly a must!

We all already know and love Lenotre, and after one visit you are surely going to plan your next one! Try their afternoon tea along with the famous freshly prepared strawberry Millefeuille; definitely a heavenly treat!

At Appetit Kitchen & Co., you will enjoy the Parisian atmosphere and ambience in addition to their incredibly delicious treats. They offer a wide range of exceptional soups, sandwiches, deliciously fresh salads and desserts.

Paul

Apart from their wide selection of soothing tea options, macaroons are a must-have at LaDuree! Their flavors vary from chocolate to rosemary, and that is in addition to their selection of delicious steaming soups!

Areej Art Café can only be described as a tasteful artistic café where you can enjoy art displays, exhibitions, and their fresh pasties.

Appetit Kitchen & Co.

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Paul

FINE DINING: Known for having the best sushi in town, Anthurium is a very chic restaurant that offers something that will satisfy all taste buds. Whether you like Italian signature pasta with wild mushrooms, or salmon skin maki, Anthurium is the place for you.

Overlooking the cascade waterfalls of Al Faisaliah Plaza, Cristal serves contemporary French and Spanish cuisine featuring succulent Tenderloin steaks or Seafood Paella. Their elegant atmosphere and refined delicacies will surely make your night out with mom unforgettable.

Tao is a delightful and hip Oriental lounge that offers not only Chinese cuisine, but also an international menu with tantalizing options such as pesto pasta. When you treat your mother at Tao, you must get the Oreo Mousse for dessert!

Located at the refined Ritz Carlton Hotel, Al Orjouan is your ultimate destination if you want to enjoy a beautiful view, and delicious international cuisine featuring Lebanese favorites. Their appealing open buffet will have whatever mom's heart desires.

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Lenotre

Lenotre

FAMILY CASUAL: Karam’s grilled dishes have been described as “a piece of art.” Now that was enough to get us to try it! Their Homous Beiruty and Harrah Potatoes are exceptionally tasty.

If you would like to take the whole family out to celebrate Mom, Nino's friendly atmosphere will make you all feel welcome. Salads, pastas, pizzas or burgers, there is no doubt everybody will leave feeling satisfied!

Take your mom on a joyful trip into Turkish cuisine. Anatolia will start you off with freshly baked flat bread, then you can take your choice of Karışık meze, Köfte or Kepabs. For dessert, finish off with Künefe and you can say you have truly had a taste of Turkey.

The Grill, Four Seasons Hotel

UPSCALE CASUAL: If Mom is an Italian cuisine fan, she will definitely appreciate the authentic Italian flavors of Roma. Soft surroundings make you feel comfortable and cozy, and the menu changes seasonally to ensure the freshest ingredients go into the making of their delicious dishes.

Piatto's courtyard seating area and calming water fountain will make you feel like you are at an authentic Italian piazza. Their complimentary salad and artisan bread make a great start for whichever generous dish you order ahead. Bon Appetite Mother dearest!

The word entrecote, in French, means premium cut of beef used for steaks. At Entrecote, that is literally what you should expect; juicy strips of steak and fries with mouthwatering sauce. The meal is definitely worth the long wait.

Lusin is an Armenian restaurant, which makes it one of a kind in Saudi Arabia. Its physical appearance will attract you and lure you in.

They offer a variety of options that range from Cherry Kebabs, Eggplant Rolls, even to fresh and warm aromatic bread sitting in an inviting open oven.

Located on the first floor of the Four Seasons Hotel, The Grill is famous for it's BBQ buffet evenings. Since the weather is beautiful these days, you'll be delighted to enjoy your meal at their casual poolside area.

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YOU’VE

GOT TO TRY! Doe

Sandwich Shop Breakfast, lunch or dinner, a tasty sandwich is the easiest go-to option, and we found you the newest shop where you can find more than just something to eat between two pieces of bread.

Doe’s sandwiches started out as kitchen experiments of two young sandwich lovers, and evolved into delicious recipes.

Their breads are freshly baked to order, White or brown baguette are filled with bresaola or pastrami, leafy greens and special sauces or spreads. Halloomi on Fluffy Ciabatta is delightful. The bagels are untraditional yet tasty. In addition to their variety of hot sandwiches, wraps and paninis, they offer crisp salads and original sides like the sweet potato fries and jalapeño cheddar poppers.

So the next time you find yourself in the mood for a one-handed meal, give it a try.

Location: King Abdullah St. Tel: +966-1-4887080, +966-1-4887844

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Zaki Corner’s Hummus Since 1979, a humble, little Middle Eastern fast-food joint named Zaki Corner. (Rokn Zaki) has been serving a mixture of sandwiches to suit every palate. Ingredients such as liver, falafel, eggs, and cheese are inserted into the creation of quick and tasty sandwiches. Their foul, mutabal, and tabooleh are all delicious too, but their hummus is one of the best in town. Hummus lovers are perpetually in search of the right texture and the perfect taste‌and Zaki Corner satisfies the pickiest customer. Of course their unbeatable price is simply the icing on the cake.

Zaki Corner has several branches around Riyadh, so keep your eyes open for the one nearest to you. The next time you are in the mood for hummus, we highly recommend that you try Zaki Corner, it will not disappoint!

Locations: Abadeaa Albaraj St. Al Malaz Jareer St. Al Olaya, Rayan St. Al Rabwah, Rayan St. Al Iskan Bin Daiel Market Al Shefa Almared St. Al Swaidi

Tel:+966-1-424 1820 Tel: +966-1-474 2288 Tel: +966-1-4649807 Tel: +966-1-4971544 Tel: +966-1-4229079 Tel: +966-1-4229079 Tel: +966-1-4243559 DESTINATION RIYADH 61 DESTINATION RIYADH 61

Spirituality

A WAY OF LIFE!

THE HOLY PROPHET’S GUIDANCE ON SPORTS “Teach your children swimming, archery and horse-riding.”

-The Holy Prophet Mohammed

The Islamic religion is one of the religions that encourage all our senses; all are linked to each other and in a way complete one another. Islam urges Muslims to stay fit and healthy.

Most of Islam’s rituals are based on two elements “Spiritual and Physical”, like: Prayer and Hajj, both have a great spiritual value that enhances our connection with God and a physical value that helps keep our body fit, another example is when the Profit used to walk to the mosques 5 times a day, which is a daily work out. That’s why our Profit Mohammed urged Muslims to be active, to teach their children how to be active and to combine their worship to God with simple activities that will benefit their health.

Here are some of the activities:

Running: It was stated by Ahmad Ibn Hanbal that the Prophet raced Aisha his wife and she outran him. Then he outran her, so he said, “This time makes up for the other.”

Horsemanship and horse racing: It was reported that the Prophet participated in horse races from Al-Hafya to Thaniyyat AlWada, and for those who are training, from Thaniyyat Al-Wada to the mosque of Banu Zurayq (about 1 mile).

Swimming: It is told that the Prophet said, “Let everyone among us swim towards his friend.” The Prophet swam towards Abu Bakir until he embraced him saying, “Here I am and my friend”, which proves that the Profit can swim very well.

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ICONIC FIGURES Umar Ibn Al-Khattab Omar Ibn Al-Khattab also known as Al-Farooq “The Great” was born in Makkah. He was one of the powerful and most dominant Muslims that had ruled in Islam. He was best known for his justice, which earned him the title “Al-Farooq”.

Omar came from a middle-class family and he became a merchant.

Omar was 27 years old when he converted to Islam. At first he was against the Islamic religion and was in great shock to know that his sister and his brother in law had converted to Islam, however after his sister gave him a chapter of the Quran “Surat Ta Ha” to read, he was amazed by the verses and he converted to Islam. He then went to the Prophet Mohammed and announced his conversion to the Prophet and his companions. Omar was one of the people who truly loved the Prophet Mohammed to a limit where he couldn’t accept his death, however after the speech that Abu Bakir gave, which is “Whoever worshipped Muhammad, let them know that Muhammad has died, and whoever worshipped God, let them know that Allah is alive and never dies.” Omar broke down and accepted the death of The Prophet.

After Abu Bakir has passed away, Omar accepted the position of being the Muslim’s new Caliph. Omar concentrated more on combining his power and political influence in the conquered land, rather than pursuing conquests. Omar Ibn Al-Khattab was stabbed to death in Madinah and was carried to his house, people were devastated by his death because he was one of the fairest rulers of Islam and he died defending the Islamic religion.

“BYZANTINE THE

By Mohammed Mirza

Suhayb Ibn Sinaan (RA) spent an early childhood in luxury and comfort as the son of the governor of Al Ulabah, a province in modern day Iraq. When he was a child, Suhayb (RA) went with his mother to the village of ath Thani for a picnic, but the Byzantine forces invaded the village and enslaved him.

He spent 20 years in slavery in Byzantine lands passing from the hands of one slave master to the next and finally ended up in Makkah. His final slave master was so impressed by his intelligence and sincerity that he set him free. Later on Suhayb (RA) became a trader and went on to become quite wealthy. He became known as Al Rumi due to his upbringing in the Byzantine lands and his blond hair.

He accepted Islam in Makkah and when the idolatrous tribe of Quraish heard of his conversion, they began harassing and persecuting him. When he heard that the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was emigrating to Madinah, he decided to emigrate with the Prophet, but remained unsuccessful in doing so as the Quraish foiled his plans and kept a close watch on him. However, one day he got ready on a mount and managed to escape, but soon his captors found out and ran behind him. Seeing them approach, Suhayb (RA)

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Suhayb Al Rumi(R.A.)

clambered up a hill and said, "What would you say if I leave you my wealth? Would you get out of my way?" "Yes," they agreed. Suhayb (RA) described the place in his house in Makkah where he had left the money, and they permitted him to go. This exchange shows how much he cherished the prospect of being with the Prophet (PBUH) and having the freedom to worship Allah when compared to material wealth.

When Umar (RA) was leading the prayer and he was stabbed by a Magian named Abu Lulu, he ordered that Suhayb (RA) should lead the prayer. Suhayb (RA) was given the honor of leading the prayer of the Muslim Ummah until the next Caliph was chosen. His appointment by Umar (RA) is one of the many examples of how well people from a wide variety of backgrounds and cultures were integrated and honored in the early community of Islam.

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Travel Trends

TAKE A BREAK FROM THE CITY LIFE

By Reham Saed

Every now and then it is okay to take some time off for yourself, plan a trip, and spend a week or weekend away at the paradise of your choice. Enjoy a variety of spa treatments, 24-hour service, dining at different restaurants every night, or even just relaxing with a game of golf.

Here is a guide to the most relaxing spots in and out of the city where you can escape the stress of work and responsibilities, and just relieve your mind, body and soul. Vacate your life with these top eight getaways.

DURRAH BEACH RESORT JEDDAH

For a quick getaway from work and the city we suggest that you consider visiting Durrah Beach resort in Jeddah.

Why it's a chosen spot: Durrah overlooks the Red Sea and it is just 45 minutes away from Jeddah. The resort has furnished units, suites and bungalows including restaurants, a health club, gymnasium, sauna, jacuzzi, three swimming pools, childrens playgrounds, an Equestrian Club, a Riding Academy, and a Marina and Marina Club that consists of all kinds of water sports and activities, and pools with life attendants.

Prices: Rooms range from 750 SR up to 3,500 SR (Per Night) Yearly Villas and apartments start from 60,000 SR up to 250,000 SR Where: North Obhur Road, Jeddah Tel: +966-2-6180000 / +966-2-6180011 Web: www.durrahbeach.com

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MÖVENPICK BEACH RESORT AL KHOBAR Care to hit the beach? When you are not tanning or going for a cool dip, stay at this resort.

Why it’s a great spot: It overlooks the beautiful Arabian Gulf and lagoon. Attractions include shopping at Dhahran Mall, the Clubhouse for Mediterranean dining or Azure for delectable fresh Seafood, and sightseeing at The Archaeological Turkish Monuments.

Enjoy exclusive spa and salon services, pool activities, various water sports (including jet-skiing) and of course, beach fun!

According to their website, each villa includes a dining and living room, accommodations for your house personnel and more!

“We also offer highspeed internet access and the latest satellite LCD TVs.”

ARIZONA GOLF RESORT RIYADH

Stay at AGR’s super comfortable, cozy villas that really feel like home away from home.

Treat yourself to a round of golf, or enjoy a nice day at the spa. Golf lovers will surely enjoy this retreat.

Prices: Rent a 9-hole course. Fees range from 180 SR to 250 SR Note: These are guide prices.

Prices: Villa Rates start at 2,000 SR (Garden view villa) each accommodating a maximum of six persons including children.

Sea View villas: Room Rates: 2,250.38 SR / Night Promotions: Get 25% off family room rates with Kids ‘Power Bites’ menu.

Where: Half Moon Bay Road, Khobar Saudi Arabia, 45 minutes from Dammam International Airport and 25 minutes from Al Khobar’s city center.

Location: Half Moon Bay Road Tel: +966-3-8492999 EmaIi: resort.alkhobar@moevenpick.com Web: www.moevenpick-hotels.com/en/middleeast/saudi-arabia/al-khobar/resort-al-khobarbeach/overview/

Where: Qurtubah, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Location: Qurtubah Tel: +966-1-2484444 ext. 404 EmaIi: management@agr.com.sa Web: www.agr.com.sa

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WADI HANIFA - RIYADH

Only have time for one day of relaxation?

No problem! Unwind and spend the day at Wadi Hanifa Lake. That’s right, lake. Right here in Riyadh. Located on the outskirts of the city, it is a lovely place to just sit and take your mind off all that stress.

Why it’s a great spot: According to a review on TripAdvisor. com, Wadi Hanifa is a great place to picnic, BBQ and just have a nice time with family.

Bring some food and drinks, bike ride down available cycle paths or take advantage of recreational facilities like fishing. With six parks completely open to the public, this lake is a cheap and cheerful oasis of tranquility.

Prices: Open/Free; Fees applicable to water, soft drinks & snacks.

Where: West of Al Diriyah, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

INTERCONTINENTAL CITY HOTEL - RIYADH

Stop by the famous Intercontinental hotel and enjoy a variety of activities and luxuries a little more close to home.

Guests can relax and rejuvenate in a steam room, whirlpool, get active on the squash courts, go 12 lane bowling and more.

Services And Amenities overall include: • A Health and Fitness Center (On and off-site) • High-speed Internet Access (initial charge 30 SR) • Entertainment and Recreation • Available Activities and Services for Children Prices: Room rates start at 1,553 SR per night Promotions: Four hotel Packages start at 1,760 SR (Offers vary from Breakfast for two to 25% off of Business Center services).

Where: Al Maather Street, Riyadh Saudi Arabia Tel: +966-1-4655000 Email: reservations@vivienda.com.sa Web: www.intercontinental.com

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VIVIENDA HOTEL VILLAS RIYADH

In the mood for a villa and not just a room?

This is the place.

Why it’s a great spot: “Vivienda offers a unique, comfortable stay with elegant furnished style. With the provided privacy atmosphere, this getaway is far enough down town traffic yet easy accessible to the city,” according to a review from previous guest on Trip Advisor.

LUTHAN HOTEL & SPA - RIYADH (Ladies Only)

This particular retreat is exclusive to women only. No boys allowed!

DJ

PICK Why it’s a great spot: S This all-inclusive spa offers a variety of aromatherapy massages, skin and hair treatments, and a salon. Really get pampered. Nothing says relax and rejuvenate like a trip to the spa. On-site dining available.

Services and Amenities include: • Breakfast served at La Mesa restaurant • Personalized butler/housekeeping service included in the price • Car rental and limousine services • 24 hours in-room Dining • On-site Gym (Hours: 6 a.m - 11 pm) And more, according to the Vivienda’s official site.

Prices: Room rates start at 1,440 SR for the first night Where: Al Raed Road, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Prices: With four Villa types available, rates go from 2,975 SR to 5,971 SR (depending on the villa) Where: Al Amir Turki Ibn Abdul Aziz, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

As a previous guest at the Courtyard myself, this is the place to be for a typical 5-star experience.

Tel: +966-1-4002200 Email: reservations@vivienda.com.sa Web: www.vivienda.com.sa

Tel: +966-1-4807799 Email: e-commerce@luthanhotel-spa.com Web: www.luthanhotel-spa.com

COURTYARD RIYADH DIPLOMATIC QUARTER

Why it’s a great spot: According to the official hotel site, guests can enjoy healthy options at Olea - Café, Kitchen and Lounge, which offers a casual atmosphere for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Use their well-equipped fitness center, indoor pool and whirlpool to stay refreshed and energized during your stay.

Services & Amenities: Restaurant on-site, Full Service Spa, Fitness center and more.

Prices: Standard rate for one-bedroom starts at 1,700 SR Per night Promotions: Room Packages start at 1,965 Per night Where: Al-Hada District, Abdullah bin Hothafa,Al-Sahmi Street Tel: +966-1-2817300 Web: www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/ruhabcourtyard-riyadh-diplomatic-quarter/

Where ever you go. Have fun, and remember. Relax.

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Healthy Living

By Nilo Haq

You don’t need a lot of time, money or harsh chemicals to get radiant skin and healthy hair. Look for simple and natural alternatives to start looking your best.

• Banish dandruff by rubbing an egg yolk mixed with olive oil into your scalp.

• Kiwis can clenase and exfoliate – mash up a kiwi and use the pulp as a cleanser! (the seeds also give the mix its exfoliating properties)

• Puffy Eyes? Wake up tired eyes with a cool eye cream (just store yours in the fridge).

• Get rid of blackheads

• Whiten teeth by mixing

by rubbing a honey covered half of a lemon on your face.

• Strengthen hair with a mayonnaise mask

(its cholestorl pumps the cuticle!) Simply comb ½ cup of mayo through wet hair, wait 15 minutes and rinse with cool water.

Shampoo as usual.

• Create a natural exfoliating lip scrub by 1 part brown sugar, 1 part honey and 1 part olive oil. Removing the dead skin off your lips will help your lip color to come on a lot smoother.

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one tablespoon baking soda with three drops of hydrogen peroxide.

• Make your own makeup remover by

mixing olive oil with aloe vera water. The mixture is strong enough to take off even water-proof makeup!

• Avoid hair color from fading by avoiding shampoos the contain sulfates. Sulfates are a form of detergent that can fade color or make it brassy.

• Tea Tree Oil has been used for centuries and is a great natural remedy to help deal with acne.

Eco Friendly Beauty Tips Making a few changes to your beauty regimen can make all the difference in the world for our planet.

Hair Did you know using blow driers creates carbon dioxide in the air? It would take 10 YEARS to absorb the carbon dioxide you generate from blow-drying 10 minutes a day for just one year! Reduce your drying time by first towel drying your hair to soak up access water, and then let the hair air dry till it’s almost dry. Not only will your blow drying time will be much quicker, the environment will thank you!

Skincare We don’t realize how many chemicals we apply to our skin daily. Read labels and make sure your soap is free of alphahydroxy acids. Alpha-hydroxy acids are harsh chemicals used to clear pores but also damage your skin’s UV protection. Look for all natural cleansers or try making your own cleansers at home using natural kitchen products. There are a ton of great recipes available online.

Makeup Be aware your lipsticks, foundations and concealers contain more on the bottom then you think. Be sure to scoop out a flatten lipstick which you think may be finished.

Apply using a lip brush as there is literally another half of a lipstick there! Also use a spatula to access contents at the bottom of your cosmetics bottle or tubes.

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Healthy Living

TRANSPORT yourSKIN BACK TO

life

By Halah Gandeel

The chemically based product market is unfortunately dangerously consumed by all of us. However, the bitter truth that we must face is that these products that we so happily apply to our skin, will only lead to more damage than good.

Skin products that our solely based on chemical ingredientsis are not only toxic, harmful to our skin, but according to studies also plays a role in lowering our children’s intelligence and adding to their negative behaviors. Shocking isn’t it?

There are endless reasons why we should stay away from such merchandises and instead substitute it with an all-natural, organic skin remedy. Which will provide your body with all kinds of vitamins it is yearning for and best of all keeps you looking desirably younger.

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Thankfully you can now change your ways and purchase some of the internationally best organic skin products in your very own city.

You can find the following products in Whites Pharmacy: GREENLAND: Pamper yourself with this all-natural organic brand. It’s yummy fruity essence will tickle your senses from head to toe. Whether you are taking a bath, shower or simply moisturizing your lips with the magical ‘ paraffin-free lip balm’, Greenland’s products will guarantee to leave you silky smooth and fully revitalized.

MARILOU BIO: A high quality product line that meets the standards of European Pharmacopeia (Manufactured in France) and are ECOCERT certified. Made with standard ingredients from the best available sources.

These excellent products also comply with COSMEBIO charter on top of it all! All that is aimed to serve you with only the best of the absolute best that your skin deserves.

COTTAGE: Experience the gentle nature of true paradise in your own private shower at home with Cottage’s 98% all natural ingredients. This range of will satisfy your entire family, keeping everyone’s individual aroma preferences in mind. There's no better way to treat your body than with a bio cosmetic formula that indulges your inner beauty sences.

HYPNOS SPONGES: Unlike your regular sponge that might cause your sensitive skin that frustrating irritation, Hypnos promises to deliver you a peace of mind due to it’s extremely soft, natural and hypoallergenic make. You will finally feel free to enjoy a mesmerizing journey that will take you to a faraway land, surrounded by beautiful gardens, flowers and waterfalls. As it is carefully harvested and selected from the depth of the oceans specially for you.

GOOD TO KNOW!

Ecocert is Europe’s independent control and certification organization for natural and organic cosmetic.

The label guarantees the rigorous respect of the applied standards on products, systems or services.

It must contain at least 95% of natural ingredients, ingredients of natural origin or stemming from organic farming (in all cases the proportion is always more than 95%) packaging bearing the organic or environment-friendly logos.

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Healthy Living

GREEN SMOOTHIES

Detoxification & Healing

By Fatmah Azam Ali

It is spring time here in Jeddah and now is the perfect time to cleanse your body from all the winter toxins! Our body needs to be detoxified every three months if we are to ensure that its functioning at its optimum level. So, what are these toxins, how do they accumulate in our body and how can we get rid of them?

Toxins are the food additives, preservatives, junk foods, added-colours, added-flavours, oils and anything that adds stress to the body system. These take time to be eliminated from our body and are the main causes of being overweight, high blood pressure, diabetes and even a few cancers!

dandruff, scaly scalp) weight gain, sluggish, digestive problems, frequent headaches, chronic fatigue, muscle weakness, abnormal thyroid levels, allergies, frequently getting sick, e.t.c. You know your body is not able to handle the toxins or stress as a result of which it reacts this way.

HOW DO THEY ACCUMULATE IN OUR BODY? Simple- by your diet. You are what you eat.

Every day, we are exposed to different kinds of food flavour additives, preservatives, pesticides, chemicals and so much more.

Over time, our body begins to store these in our vital organs, mainly liver, which is hazardous to our health.

WHEN DO I BEGIN THE DETOXIFICATION PROGRAM? Detoxification program can be done over the weekends, for at least 48 hours. It is highly recommended to do any detox program for three days at least and if you’d like to have a complete program for complete detoxification. This would, preferably be in your vacation or a long break from work as detoxification initially causes hunger pangs and light headedness, dizzy and you may feel weak; a sign that shows that your body is eliminating toxins.

HOW DO I KNOW I AM “TOXIC”?

Toxicity in the body is exhibited by body’s response to the toxins itself such as skin issues, hair issues (mainly hair loss, 72 DESTINATION RIYADH

WHY DETOX? Detoxification process is a naturopathic approach by naturopaths and naturopathic physicians where they advise their clients to detox to initially feel mentally, spiritually and physically lighter and better. There are several benefits of detoxification.

Here are a few to list: • Weight loss and increase in metabolism (excellent for hypothyroidism). If you have hit a plateau in weight loss, detoxification process is an excellent kick-start to your system.

• Increased vitality.

• Significant improvement in bowel function (Colon cancer and rectal cancer are on-the-rise in KSA).

• Glowing skin and the skin texture improves significantly.

• Stronger immune system, greater sense of emotional and physical well-being.

• Relief from migraines, headaches, fatigue and so much more!

WHERE DO I BEGIN? Starting a detox program is when you are ready. If you have diabetes, high blood pressure or any other chronic illness, please detox under the supervision of a professional naturopath or experienced healthcare practitioner. The sample 3-day detox plan below along with rebuilding and rejuvenation phase can be followed by any healthy individual who has no health issues.

SAMPLE 7-DAY DETOX PHASE ALONG WITH REBUILDING AND REJUVENATION PHASE First phase is known as the “cleansing phase” where your intestinal organs along with other vital organs are cleansed. The diet consists of green juices and lots of water.

It is vital that at least 3 litres of water is consumed through the day, apart from the green juices. There are two green juices that I am very fond of which are: Pineapple, spinach (a cup of pineapple, a cup of spinach, ¼ cup parsley, ½ teaspoon fresh ginger and water) Whole juice and lemon mint juice with fresh ginger.

You can make your own “green combo” by adding your own preferred fruit such as citrus, pineapples, grapes, apples, raspberries and many more along with any vegetable or herb such as celery, broccoli, mint e.t.c. Have at least 2-3 glasses of this “green juice” every day in your cleansing phase along with water and nothing else. No sugar or artificial sugar is added. All kinds of sugar and salt are avoided as well. Vegetable broths without any carbohydrate vegetables can also be taken. * This can be for three days only.

In the “rebuilding phase,” low fat foods, foods rich in fiber such as brown rice, fruits and vegetables are introduced. Fried foods, sugar and salt including meats are avoided.

Broiled or baked fish is acceptable. You may have multivitamin supplements in both the stages. This is for at least two days or more, depending on the need.

In the “rejuvenation phase,” a proper diet with fruits and vegetables along with light exercise (walking, jogging) is included and it is highly recommended to perform meditation. This is lifestyle modification.

This sample diet will help you curb on your hunger pangs, make you feel lighter, healthier and more balanced “inside-out”.

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Healthy Living GreenLiving

Green

NEWS ORGANIC SHOP IN BAHRAIN DELIVERS TO SAUDI!

The Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen lists the most and least contaminated foods.

Based on that list, The Organic Foods & Café supermarket and café sells only fresh organic and biodynamic food, supplements, skincare, cosmetics, baby items and household cleaning products.

The best news is that they deliver to Saudi!

Organic

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VEGETABLES DELIVERED

TO YOUR DOOR!

Worried about the additives and pesticides which coat your fruit and vegetables? Dr. Shahwan’s organic farm is the answer to your food worries. He grows a variety of vegetables including: zucchini, okra, beans, carrots, lettuce, to name just a few. Use the handy order form to receive a fresh delivery to your door. Your dishes will sing with the fresh flavors while your body will flourish with the pure ingredients.

BIOBEST

Organic products found at BIOBEST are brought in from all over the world, and range from basic foods, fibers, macrobiotics, and even tasty chocolates and cookies!

H&M LAUNCHES USED CLOTHES COLLECTING INITIATIVE

Globally

H&M will soon become the first fashion company to launch a used clothes collection initiative worldwide, part of its efforts to reduce the environmental impact of clothes. Starting February 2013, customers will be able to hand in worn garments in H&M stores in all 48 markets and get a discount voucher on their next purchase.

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LUSH GETS SWEETER!

This February LUSH introduced Valentines special products such as the Kiss Lip Gloss, Willow Pattern Soap, and gift sets such as Be Mine, which consists of limited edition Willow Soap bar, rose oil and rosewood oil, and a massage bar.

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LIFE

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Music LISTEN TO WHAT YOU LOVE Can Atilla Arabesque

Celine Dion and David Foster

Books

Pitbull Pitbull: Live at Rock in Rio

Yanni Arabesque

READ WHAT YOU LOVE | LOVE WHAT YOU READ Mediterranean Landscape Design: Vernacular Contemporary

By Louisa Jones and Clive Nichols

Green Building Materials

By Ross Spiegel and Dru Meadows

This excellent hands-on guide to designing environmentally friendly buildings is written by two nationally known experts on the subject. You'll find practical information on green product selection, product specification, and construction processes.

Apps

OF THE MONTH Blue Connect

(‫)بلو كونكت‬

Any ride within Riyadh for 49 SAR only!. Now, In less than one minute you can make a reservation. Save your time and money with the first iphone app of its kind.

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People have been transforming Mediterranean landscapes into art for years. Today’s landscape architects, designers, land artists, sculptors, and gardeners are inspired from old materials to produce landscape designs and art that celebrate living in this region.

One Stop Green Mobile App This App allows you to receive daily green tips, includes a solar, wind, water, and lighting calculator and lets you conduct home energy audits right from your mobile! Help save the environment!

Greening Your Family

The app is designed to make it easy for you to minimize you and your family’s exposure to harmful chemicals found in many of the products that line the grocery store shelves.

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The Carrie Diaries

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Local Natives Hummingbird You’ll fall in love with this LA based indie rock band as soon as you’re halfway through the first track.

A must listen for all music lovers!

Mama Annabel and Lucas are faced with the challenge of raising his young nieces that were left alone in the forest for 5 years.... but how alone were they?

LANDSCAPE One of the contemporary design is clearly landscape architecture. The green areas around houses, stadiums or corporatations have taken on a considerable importance, with green design.

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THEY ARE THE 99!

99 Mystical Noor Stones carry all that is left of the wisdom and knowledge of the lost civilization of Baghdad. But the Noor Stones lie scattered across the globe now little more than a legend. One man has made it his life>s mission to seek out what was lost. His name is Dr. Ramzi Razem and he has searched fruitlessly for the Noor Stones all his life. Now, his luck is about to change - the first of the stones have been rediscovered and with them a special type of human who can unlock the gem>s mystical power. Ramzi brings these gembearers together to form a new force for good in the world. A force known as ... the 99!

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THE99Comics

Writer: Fabian Nicieza Art: John Mccrea with Jason Dennis Colours: Monica Kubina

The 99 ® and all related characters ® and © 2013, Teshkeel Media Group, Inc. All rights reserved.

Letters: Comicraft

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www.the99.org

BOOKSTORES

Tuttie Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-4613976

FUN & RECREATION

Alem Al-Ibdaa King Abdul Aziz Road Tel: +966-1-4552273 Alfa Cassettes Batha Commercial Center Tel: +966-1-4034828 Anamel Arts of Ceremics Olaya Main St. Tel: +966-1-4629441 Art Line Gallery Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-4622573 Arts Al Andalus Center Tel: +966-1-4602668 Dar Al Maskukat Oruba St. Tel: +966-1-4651166 Eastern Gift House Oruba Plaza Tel: +966-1-4195422 My Home Flower King Abdul Aziz Road Tel: +966-1-4544577 China Town Euromarche Tel: +966-1-4647371 Cool Prince Abdullah Road Tel: +966-1-4502960 Fantastic World Thalatheen St. Tel: +966-1-4645782 Gift House Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-4661316 Glft Village King Fahd Road Tel: +966-1-4620219 Heritage Touch Abdullah Bin Sulaiman Al Hamdan Tel: +966-1-4612930 Konouz Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-2934163 Magic Art Sahara Mall Tel: +966-1-4520540 Occasions Olaya Main St. Tel: +966-1-4654555 Papermoon Sahara Mall Tel: +966-1-4520393 Party Time Olaya Main St. Tel: +966-1-4659101

The Final Touch King Fahd Road Tel: +966-1-4641023 The Gift Thalatheen St. Tel: +966-1-4615859

LIBRARIES

Al Sewaidi Sudair St. Tel: +966-1-4251263 Dar Ben Jawzi Prince Saud bin Mohammed St. Tel: +966-1-2107228 King Abdul Aziz Library King Fahad Road Tel: +966-1-4050188 King Fahad National Library King Fahad St. Tel: +966-1-4891455 The Centeral Talking Liberary Dabab St. Tel: +966-1-4020997

MUSEUMS & ART VENUES 7 Star Art Gallery Akkariya Buildings Tel: +966-54405188 Lamsa Exhibition Al Faisaliah Tel: +966-1-2734239 Art Vision Kingdom Centre Tel: +966-1-2112412 The Art Of Photography Abu Bakr Al Sedeeq Road Tel: +966-1-4944614 The Bazaar Akkariya Buildings Tel: +966-1-4601130 The Orientalist House Olaya Main St. Tel: +966-1-4634228 Tunisen Antique House Euromarche Tel: +966-1-4825247 Village Gallery Thalatheen St. Tel: +966-1-4631089 Wonder Castle Corporation Dabbab St. Tel: +966-1-2790482 Zamani Art Gallery Olaya Main St. Tel: +966-1-4613057 Zekrayat Frames Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-4661196

ARTS & ENTERAINMNET DIRECTORY

Al Raqeem Bookstore Olaya Main St. Tel: +966-1-2085792 Al Shagrey Bookstore Olaya Main St. Tel: +966-1-4611717 Al Sharq Bookstore Al Malaz Tel: +966-1-4720538 Al Wataniyah Bookstore Aswaq Al Majd Tel: +966-1-4450619 Al-Maktaba Bookstore Sitteen St. Tel: +966-1-4761597 Dar Al Minhaj for Used Books Prince Abdullah Road Tel: +966-1-2631622 Dar Al Shawaf Library Thalatheen St. Tel: +966-1-4622667 Dar Al-Hdrama Jareer St. Tel: +966-1-4788510 Dar Al Qasem King Fahd Road Tel: +966-1-4092000 Dar Elem Bookstore Prince Abdullah Road Tel: +966-1-4544072 Golden Pages Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-4631917 Islamic Book Center Sitteen St. Tel: +966-1-4779241 Jarir Book Store Olaya Main St. Tel: +966-1-4626000 Jarir Bookstore Prince Abdullah Road Tel: +966-1-2645807 Medical Bookstore Prince Abdullah Road Tel: +966-1-4881498 Najd Bookstore Jareer St. Tel: +966-1-4788642 Obekan Bookstore King Fahd Road Tel: +966-1-4160018 Reema Bookstore Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-4705228

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FASHION & SHOPPING DIRECTORY

BALLROOMS

Al Faisaliah Rosewood Hotel King Fahad Road Tel: +966-1-2732000 Hotel Al Khozama Olaya St. Tel: +966-1-4654650 Holiday Inn Olaya Olaya St. Tel: +966-1-4612000 Madareem Crown Hotel Airport Road Tel: +966-1-2758888 Marriott Riyadh Airport Road Tel: +966-1-4779300 Nayyara Al Raed St. Tel: +966-1-4806655 Sheraton Riyadh King Fahd St. Crossing King Abdulla St. Tel: +966-1-4543300

BALLOONS

World of Balloon Art Safwa Center Tel: +966-542233838

BRIDAL & EVENING DRESSES

Al Falah Tel: +920001678 Airebarcelona Orouba St. Tel: +966-1-2884807 Basma Al Jazaery Orouba St. Tel: +966-1-4197153 Mystique Kingdom Mall Tel: +966-1-2112592 Princess Fashion Olaya St. Rusais Center Tel: +966-562289459 Pronovias Olaya St. Tel: +966-1-4163410 Silver Dew Orouba St. Tel: +966-1-4197153 Rosa Clara Olaya St. Tel: +966-1-4652677

BOUTIQUES

Baco Design Olaya St. 80 DESTINATION RIYADH

Tel: +966-1-2935633 www.bacodesign.com Balenciaga Centria Mall Tel: +966-1-2885600 www.balenciaga.com Bijou Boutique Tel: +966-1-2882601 http://beautebijou.com Blank Boutique Orouba St. Tel: +966-1-2010033 Brioni Olaya St. Harvey Nichols Al Faisaliah Mall Tel: +966-1-2734444 www.harveynichols.com Hoss Intropia Tel: +966-1-4658122 Jacadi Boutique Garanada Center Hayat Mall Sahara Mall www.jacadi.us La-Boutique Al Nahda Road Facebook: La-Boutique Riyadh La Coquette Kingdom Centre (Ladies Floor) Modern Us Designers Olaya St. Tel: +966-1-4612079 www.riyadhdress.com Montblanc Boutique King Fahed Road Tel: +966-1-2111080 www.montblanc.com Queen of Spades Al Faisaliah Mall Tel: +966-1-2734444 www.queenofspadesstore. com Sada Shop (online) Tel: +966-1-4411940 www.sadashop.com Stache Tel: +966-1-4656333 The Art of Living #4 Serecon Building Olaya St. Tel: +966-1-4610533

www.theartofliving1999.com Z Boutique Garanada Center Olaya Mall

CUSTOM THOBES Ajlan & Bros Olaya Dist.

Tel: +966-1-4665555 www.ajlanbros.com Lomar Thobe Localizer Mall Tel: +966-1-2170094 www.lomarthobe.com

EVENT PLANNERS

Lollipop Prince Mohammad Bin Abdul Aziz St. Mob: +966-508916441 Luxury Events Tel: +966-567893966

FLORISTS

Al Gaba Flowers Orouba St. Mob: +966-502017058 Arawla Musaed Al Angari St. Mob: +966-508085546 Lamar Safwa Center Mob: +966-555505441 Nardeen Mob: +966-507976733 Spring Rose Tel: +966-1-2167777 Spring’s Wedding Musaed Al Angari St. Tel: +966-1-2791024 Style Flower Musaed Al Angari St. Mob: +966-504237071

HOME FURNITURE @ Room Tel: +966-1-2298457

Ayar Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-4612757 ChenOne Home Olaya St. Tel: +966-1-4643860 Cities Centria Mall Tel: +966-1-2180007 Dar Al Hadaya Olaya St. Tel: +966-1-2155550 Hoshan Furniture Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-2933939 Ikea East Ring Road- Exit 16 Tel: +966-1-2442233 Jazira Interiors King Fahad Road Tel: +966-1-4632631 Jazira Projects King Fahad Road Tel: +966-1-4632631 KA International King Fahad Road Tel: +920001216 Miladora Furniture King Fahad Road Tel: +920003277 Morocco Line Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-2816612 Razin Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-4660931 The Clasics Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-4611888 The White House King Fahad Road Tel: +966-1-4615332 Traditionals King Fahad Road Tel: +966-1-2012300

STUDIOS AD Advertising Sulaimaneya St. Safwa Center

Tel: 966-1-4665111 Glamour Shots Panorama Mall Tel: 966-1-2814326 Souvenir Prince Sultan St. Tel: 966-1-2199919

SHOPPING CENTERS Al Faisaliyah Mall Olaya Dist.

Tel: +966-1-2730000 http://alfaisaliahmall. com Shops: Harvey Nicolas, Al Sawani, Guess, Guess Kids, Renederhy, Replay, Al Homaidi, Armani Exchange, Mango, Nine West, Massimo Dutti, Disgual, Aldo, Sirmass, Nitha, Ralph Lauren, DKNY, Micheal Kors, Swarovski, Hugo Boss, Anne Klein, Bally, Rubaiyat, Juicy Couture, Coach, Al Moallim Jewelry, Versace, Red Valentino, Paris Hilton, ZARA, Promod, Max Cafe, Toy Town, Water Lemon, Ganache, Entrecote, 11 A Restaurant, Globe Restaurant Al Qasr Mall Al Swaidi St. Supermarket: Hyper Market Tel: +966-1-4515600 www.alqasrmall.com Azizia Mall Off of King Fahad Road Centria Mall Olaya St.

Tel: +966-1-2161111 www.centria.com.sa Shops: Cosmetics/ Perfumes: Bassem Al Qassem, Yas Perfumes Lifestyle &Home Accessories: Amira Travel, Apple, Areej Art Café, Art Of Heritage, Arte Idea, Cacao et Chocolat, ciate, Cities, Frette, Global Store, MCM, Nespresso, Oliviers & Co, Oscar de, Larenta, Selections, Tanagra, TeaGschwendner Jewelery / Watches: Baby Fitaihi, Cartier, Chaumet, Fitaihi Junior, Pink diamond jewelry, Van Cleef & Arpels Ladies Fashion: Atelier Aimee, Athaa Couture, Avanti, Balenciaga, Blumarine, Burberry, Catherine Malandrion, Celine, Chaumet, Era Boutique, Fendi, Gucci, ICE BERG, Koftan, Liu Jo, Marc Jacobs, Paul & Shark, Perdu, Shalky, Vibe Gent’s Fashion: Burberry, Fendi, Gucci, ICE ICEBERG, Marc Jacobs, Paul & Shark, Porschedesign Children’s Fashion: Armani Junior, Burberry, Fendi, Petit Bateau, pynkiss, Rubaiyat Fashion Accessories: Anya Hindmarch, DESTINATION RIYADH 81

Jimmy Choo, LUCIANO PADOVAN, Manolo Blahnik, Nomination, Porschedesign, Sergio, Tods, Vibe Fine Dining: Laduree, La Vella, Le Notre, Lusin, The Noodle House Garanada Center East Ring Road, Exit 9 Tel: +966-1-2534990 www.granadacenter. com.sa Supermarket: Carrefour Shops: Abaya: Luxury Fashion, Style Way, Bokanan, Bedoon Essm, Twaila, Hirayer, Strass, Sky Star, Night Bird, Marent, Justice Accessories: Alexi Androtti, Golden Accessories, Lady Selection, Parfois, Tatto Tatti, Danat, Dalya Accessories, Zerga, Claries, Extra, H & M, Paris Gallery, Tchibo prozente, Debenhams, Red Tags, Zara, Marks & Spencers Children Wear/ Maternity: Okaidi @ Obaibi, Okyce, Pumkin Patch, Benetton, Tape Aloel, Sarjent Major, Sun Kids, Coccodrillo, Nino Felis, Why and 1/2, Al Sawani Kids, B-Bush, Calvin 82 DESTINATION RIYADH

Klein Kids, DU Pareil Au Meme, Biscoti, Ikks kids & Junior, Jaccadi, Guess Kids, Idexe, Mother care, Orchestra. Coffee shop: Coffee Lawien, Cinnabon, Costa Coffee, Dr Cafe, Dippingo, Krispy Kreme, Starbucks, Cinnzeo, Manuel Cafe Cosmetic/Perfume/Body care: Al Shaya Perfumes, Arabian Oud, Al Majid perfumes, Anfasic Dokhoon, Body Shop, Body center, Cinma, Eva Rocheh, Faces, GNC, MAC, Mikyajy, Natural Care, Natural Looks, Nectar, L’occitane, Sensi Kids, Shuks, Vava Voom, Zohoor Alreef Fashion: Adolfo Dominguez, Attitude, Express, Esprit, Evans, F&F, Origem, Pocho, Bershka, BSB, Giordano, Jacqueline RIU, Dorothy Perkins, Guess, Callipoe, Lacoste, Natural treasure, Oasis, Al Yashmac, Qasmyah After 11, Etam 123, Body action, Bella Donna, Promod, Top Shop, Top Man, Top tato, Trucco, Timberland, Terranova, Goelia, Jaa Elina, Gerry weber, Derhy, River island, Rafid, Reds, Samueal & Kevin, Salsa Jeans, Stradivarius, Sheyar, Fruscio, Feel Free, Coast, Cache Cache, Liz clairborne, Marwah, Marahel Alamomah, Socks Collection, Destination Maternity, Montania, Malameh Sharqeyah, Mexx, NEXT, New Look, Wahat Algalabia, Adidas, Atheletes Foot, Go Sport, Sun & Sand sports, Columbia Sports, Barakat

Optical, Magrabi Optical, Sunglass Exchange, Vision Express, Etam Lingerie, Oysho, Bodique, Flower, Nayomi, La Senza, Womens Secret, Milano, Geox, Payless, Bonia Fast Food: Alsaje Alreafe, Baskin Robbins, Pizza Inn, Bliss House, Burger King, Broasted Expresss, Paninos, Tuscan, Tako Hut, Trios, Texas Chicken, Taji indian, D Ocean, Dajen, Sbarro, Shawarman, Aladdin, Crepe World, Fresh Berry, Canton Express, Kudu, Cone Zone, London Fish & Chips, Mcdonalds, Mongo, Herfy, Anatolia, Steak House, Yogen Fruz, The Yummy cookie, Jello for sweets, Pink Berry Hayat Mall King Abdul Aziz Road Tel: +966-1-2057401 www.hayat-mall.com Supermarket: Danube Hypermarket Shops: Popular brands (Hayat: New Look, Zara, Lacoste, Al-Sawani, Paris Gallery Applebee’s, Best Fish & Chips, Fresh & Tangy, Tony Roma’s, Santino’s Kingdom Center Olaya Dist.

Tel: +966-1-2112222 www.kingdomcentre. com.sa Shops: Fashion: Debenhams, Saks Fifth

Avenue, Just Cavalli, BLoom, Konplott, Emporio Armani, Givenchy, Feminine Lingerie, Lulu Abaya, Claire’s, Tara 2, Franchisco Piazzia, Malhas, Podium, Kenzo, D & G, Reminiscense, Chanel, Giorgio Armani, Abait Aldar, Boudoir, Sara Fashion, La Senza, Oysho, Nine West, Rubaiyat, Eclat, Mystique, Cortefiel, CUSTO BARCELONA, Moschino, Ralph Lauren, Paul Smith, Dolce & Gabbana, Dior, Burberry, Salvatore Ferregamo, Etro, Zara, Sirmass, Al Marose, Hamilton, Voyage, Nine West, Bottega Veneta, Coach, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Mont Blanc, Loewe, Aldo, Zara Home Jewelery: PG Watch Gallery, Al Moallim Jewellery (Tiffany’s), Al Fardan Jewelry, Claire’s, Al Rokn Al-Mamiez, La Mia Casa, Hanine Jewelery, Joly Food: Retro Lounge, Poplars, RLounge, Tango Coffee, Starbucks, Planet Hollywood, PAIND’OR, Parados, House Of Iranian Cuisine, London Fish N` Chips, Kababji, Samurai, Aladdin, Crepe De La Cream, KFC, Diet Center, Tako hut, Baskin Robbins, Little Caesar, Herfy, Patchi, Bateel, Tarwia, Panino’s,

Canton, Kudu, Italian Corner, Crispy Cream, Tout Gouter, Swarmer, Dippingo, Erbario Toscano, Paeonia, Fresh As Fresh, Saadein, House of Donuts, Surf City Squeeze, Fat Burger, Taco Bell, McDonald’s, Hagen Dazs, Cookies N` Cream, Al Reefai, Tea Geschwender, Looz & Jooz, Gold Gourmet, Paeonia Localizer Mall Prince Mohammed ibn Abdul Aziz St. Tel: +966-1-2178999 Shops: Amore, Appetit Kitchen, Armani Exchange, Bateel, Bepiano, Buffalo’s, Celio, Fitness First, Flutter Of Flurry, Lomar Thobe, Manoosha, Outback Steakhouse, Outlet Moda, Pastalita, Quick Silver, Second Cup, Super Fresh, The Blue Age, The Diamond Cafe, Vapiano, Zyng Panorama Mall Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-2814950 www.panorama-mall.com Supermarket: Danube Shops: Cacao Sampaka, Cafe Pascucci, Coach, Curves Gym, Etre, Glamour Shots, Global Store, Home Sweet Home, iZone, McDonald’s, Papparoti, Sephora, Tommy Hilfiger, Tous, Trader Vics, Uterque, Rimal Center East Ring Road Tel: +966-1-2441004

Riyadh Gallery King Fahd Road Supermarket: Hyper Panda Tel: +966-1-2078111 www.riyadhgallery.com Shops: 4ever 21, Accessorize, Al Gazali Jewlery, Al Qurashi Jewlrey, Baby Fitaihi, Body Action, Banana Republic, Bershika, GAP, Centrepoint, Cinabbon, Citymax, Cortifiel, Costa Coffee, Debenhams, Disugual, H&M, Krispy Kreme, La Senza, Marks & Spenser, Massimo Dutti, Mexx, Mikyajy, Mother Care, Nectar, New Look, New Yorker, Next, Koton, Oysho, Pierre Cardin, Promod, Samuel & Kevin, Sephora, Starbucks, Swatch, Swiss Corner, The Body Shop, The Crepe Cafe, Zara, Zohoor Alreef Sahara Mall National Guard St. Tel: +966-1-4520300 www.saharamall.com.sa Supermarket: Tamimi Market Shops: Aldo, Al Saaj Al Reefi, Arabian Oud, Auntie Annies, Barber, Baskin Robbins, Bebe, Ben’s Cookies, Bershka, Blanco, Burger King, Cafe Ceramique, Canton, Cheese Cake, Cinnabon, Claires, Coffee Taste, Corn in a Cup, Costa Blanca, Debenhams, DKNY, Esprit, Etam, Evans, Express, FG4, Fuddruckers, Guess, H&M, Mama & Papa, Mango, Miss Selfridge, Toy Town DESTINATION RIYADH 83

RESTAURANTS DIRECTORY

AMERICAN

Applebees Tahliah St. Tel: +966-1-2190305 Chilis Tahliah St. Tel: +966-1-2934849 Fuddruckers Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-2781322 Grilled Bell Pepper Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-2814747 Johnny Rockets Tahliah St. Tel: +966-1-2016667 Outback Steakhouse Localizer Mall Tel: +966-1-2174633 Steak House Al Thalateen St. Tel: +966-1-4649638 TGI Fridays Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-4827821 The Pancake House King Fahd Road Tel: +966-1-2016816 Tony Romas Hayat Mall Tel: +966-1-4649178

COFFEE & TEA SHOPS Areej Art Cafe Centria Mall Tel: +966-1-4162990 Bateel Localizer Mall Tel: +966-1-2936240 Cafe Blanc Prince Mohamad Bin Abdulaziz St. Tel: +966-1-4633426 Cafe Ceramique Sahara Mall Tel: +966-1-4520677 Cafe Pascucci Panorama Mall.

Tel: +966-1-4620555 Coffee Maker Cafe Al Ta’wun, Abu Bakr St,Exit 6.

Tel: +966-1-2253242 Colony Coffee Sultan Bin Salman St. Tel: +966-597452311 84 DESTINATION RIYADH

Diwan Cafe Olaya St. 966-1-4833595 Java Cafe Old Airport Road Tel: +966-1-4773582 Joffreys Tahlia St. Maui Wowi Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-4616363 Papparoti Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-2936452 Pardon Cafe Olaya St. Tel: +966-1-4160933 Richony Makkah Road Tel: +966-1-8801062 Shangai Cafe Olaya St. Tel: +966-1-2934734 Super Model Cafe King Fahad Road Tel: +966-1-2112472 Tea Lounge King Fahad Road Tel: +966-1-2115000 The Crepe Cafe King Fahad Road The Diamond Cafe Localizer Mall Tel: +966-1-2170125 Tutti Cafe Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-2160666 Versai Cafe King Fahad Road Tel: +966-1-4703853 YmmY Riyadh Gallery Mob: +966-553333998

SWEETS/ DESSERTS & BAKERIES Al Hallab Tel: +966-1-4725559 Anoosh Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-4609588 Al Rabwa Tel: +966-1-4971649 Al Hamra Tel: +966-1-2784297

Al Bade’ah Tel: +996-1-2679686 King Abdul Aziz Exit 5 Tel: +996-1-4505363 Khurais Road Tel: +996-1-2080833 Bake Fresh Al Sulimaniyyah, Hilal bin Badr St. Tel: +966-565601805 Ben’s Cookies Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-2084862 Cinnabon Faisaliyah Center Tel: +966-1-2734861 Cookies N’ Cream Faisalyah Mall Tel: +966-1-4609558 Crepaway Bustan Center,Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-2010505 Crepe World Diplomatic Quarter Tel: +966-562081606 Diplomat Orouba St. Tel: +966-1-4652411 Dixie Cream Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-4661192 Edible Arrangements Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-1-4643131 French Corner Dabab St. Tel: +966-1-4645322 Golden Brown Bakery Prince Sultan bin Abdul Aziz St. Tel: +966-569337314 Kabbani Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-4816892 Kitsch Cupcakes Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-4633838 Krispy Kreme Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-4610409 Laduree Centria Mall Tel: +966-1-2885075 Le Croissant Shop

Sulaimania, AlAmeer Mamdouh St. Tel: +966-1-4655328 Maya Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-2113311 Munch Bakery Abdullah Al Hamdan St. Tel: +920015010 Pane Piatto Al Thalateen St Tel: +966-1-4168882 Petit Gâteau Al Amal Tel: +966-562084093 Salehia Dates King Fahad Road Tel: +(800) 430-8888 Sugar Dreamin Khurais Road.

Tel: +966-553383749 Sugar Sprinkles Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-2290505 Talah For Dates Oruba St. Tel: +966-1-2173303 Tmreya Prince Sultan St. Tel: +920000652 Torta & more Al Hassan Ben Ali St. Tel: +966-1-2080003 Wooden Bakery Intersection of Saleh El Din Al Ayoubi St. Tel: +966-1-4725559 Yummy Tummy Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-4538720

INTERNATIONAL Al Bustan Sheraton Riyadh, King Abdullah Road Tel: +966-1-4543300 Al Dana Holiday Inn Hotel Tel: +966-1-4612000 Al Diwan Al Sahara Hotel Tel: +966-1-2204500 Al Orjouan Makkah Road Tel: +966-1-8028020 Centro Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-4658488

Cocos Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-2939444 Cristal Al Faisaliah Hotel Tel: +966-1-2732222 Elements Four Seasons Hotel Tel: +966-1-2115500 Hediard Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-2173933 Ketchup Abdullah Al Hamdan St. Tel: +966-1-2192428 La Brasserie Al Faisaliah Tower Tel: +966-1-2732222 Lobby Lounge Four Seasons Hotel Tel: +966-1-2115591 Living Colors Faisaliyah Tower Tel: +966-1-2734410 Mirage Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-4834127 Oasis Grill Hilton Garden Inn Riyadh Tel: +966-1-2935533 Panoramic Al Sahara Hotel Tel: +966-1-2204500 Pavillion Intercontinental Hotel Tel: +966-1-4655000 Planet Hollywood Kingdom Center Tel: +966-1-2112333 Russian Corner Olaya, Abdullah Al Hamdan St. Tel: +966-1-4658387 Senses-LuthanTel: +966-1-4807799 Sizzler House Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-4661133 Spazio Kingdom Tower-77th Floor

Tel:+966-1-2111180 The Globe Al Faisaliah Tower Tel:+966-1-2732222 The Lounge Sheraton Riyadh,

Sulaiman Al Hamdan St. Tel: +966-1-2936506 Nino Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-2016662 Pastalita Localizer Mall Tel: +966-1-2811163 Piatto Exit 5, Northern Ring Road Tel: +966-1-2006868 Pizzeria Napoli Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz St. Tel: +966-1-2172288 Pizza Era King Fahad Road Tel: +966-1-4542233 Pizza Inn Dabbab St., Opposite Medical City Tel: +920001601 Pizza Roma Abdullah Al Hamdan St. Tel: +966-1-4629032 Pizza Stockholm King Abdullah Road King Abdullah Road Cento Per Cento Tel: +966-1-2811888 Olaya Road, Behind Jarir Quattro Tel:+966-1-4543300 The Windrose Tel: +966-1-4644159 Four Seasons Hotel Al Faisaliah Hotel Da Pino Tel: +966-1-2115599 Tel:+966-1-2732222 Al Khozama Center Roma Trader Vics Tel: +966-1-2732222 Mussa Bin Nusair St. Panorama Mall L’Olivio Tel: +966-1-4641133 Tel:+966-1-2814782 Tahlia St. Roma Way Waterlemon Tel: +966-1-4634240 Al Rabwah, Othaim Mall Tahlia St. Il Gabbiano Tel: +920000129 Tel:+966-1-2194444 Olaya Dist.

Rosso Tel: +966-1-4616066 Four Seasons Hotel La Campagna ITALIAN Tel: +966-1-2115500 Tahlia St. Rossopomodoro Al Forno Tel: +966-1-4624339 Tahlia St. King Abdullah Road L Casta Tel: +966-1-2939565 Mob: +966-558442255 Al Rahmaniya Dist.

Santino’s Amore Tel: +966-1-4198016 Hayat Mall Tahlia St., Olaya La Cucina Tel: +966-1-2057497 Intersection Al Faisaliah Hotel Squisito Tel: +966-1-4653082 Tel: +966-1-2732222 King Fahad Road, Across Anthurium La Piazza

Abdulla Alhamdan St. Sheraton Riyadh, King ovotel Tel: +966-1-2160111 Tel: +966-1-4661473 Abdullah Road The Pizza Company Azzurro Tel: +966-1-4543300 Olaya St. The Ritz Carlton Hotel Liolimpo Tel: +966-1-4642952 Tel: +966-1-8028020 Al Dabab St. Vapiano Bepiano Tel: +966-1-4166222 Localizer Mall Localizer Mall.

MBCo Tel: +966-1-2179402 Tel: +966-1-2179403 Abdullah bin DESTINATION RIYADH 85

Vecchia Roma Al Sulamaniyyah Tel: +966-1-4661144 Z Pizza King Abdullah Road Tel: +966-1-4881199

ORIENTAL KOREAN: Korean Palace Takhasoussi St. Tel: +966-1-4198878

INDIAN: Aladdin Kingdom Center Tel: +966-1-2112150 Al Taj Garden Suliamaniyah Tel: +966-1-4616334 Avadh Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-4654109 Copper Chandni Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-4167000 Darbar Olaya St. Tel: +966-1-2930249 Indian Garden Riyadh Gallery Tel: +966-1-2161112 Indian Style Sheikh Abdullah AlAngary St. Tel: +966-1-4561138 Indian Summer Suliamaniyah Tel: +966-1-4652328 Red Onion Olaya St. Tel: +966-1-2176644 Tamarind Prince Faisal Bin Turki St. Tel: +966-1-4738770 Tandoor Al Ahsa St Tel: +966-1-4734531 TOI Al Batha St. Tel: +966-1-4091333 Tulaitelah Al Wazarat Dist.

Tel: +966-1-4082988 86 DESTINATION RIYADH

CHINESE:

Beejing Al Malaz Dist.

Tel: +966-1-4790626 Canton Olaya St. Tel: +966-1-4520584 Chinese Golden Palace Olaya Dist.

Tel: +966-1-4655127 Gate of Jazeera Palace Off Moosa Bin Nusair St. Tel: +966-1-4613734 Golden Dragon Olaya Dist.

Tel: +966-1-4645136 Golden Lobster Olaya St. Tel: +966-1-4162150 Gulf Royal Olaya St. Tel: +966-1-4631622 Hong Kong Olaya Dist.

Tel: +966-1-2172247 Mirage Restaurant Takhasoussi St. Tel: +966-1-4834127 Noodle House Centria Mall, Olaya St. Tel: +966-1-2939969 Peking Suliamaniyah Tel: +966-1-4765250 Seasons Madina St., Exit 28 Tel: +966-1-4362200 Taal Olaya Dist.

Tel: +966-1-2734383 Yummy Wok Takhasoussi St. Tel: +966-1-4889166

Tel: +966-1-2734386 Shogun Radisson Blu Hotel Tel: +966-1-4791234 Sushi Yoshi Al Dabab St. Tel: +966-1-8120055 Tao Lounge Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-4653020 Tokyo Al Ouruba St. Tel: +966-1-4605672 Hayat Prince Mansoor bin AbdulAziz St. Tel: +966-1-4042655 Khan’s Abdullah bin Sulaiman Al Hamdan St. Tel: +966-1-2937880 La Sani King Fahad Road Tel: +966-1-4655666 Marhaba Olaya St. Tel: +966-1-4622070

ASIAN: Zyng Localizer Mall Tel: +966-1-4530000

MIDDLEEASTERN

Abdul Wahab Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-2934111 Al Andalus Al Mutlaq Hotel Tel: +966-1-4760000 Al Haj Dawood Imam Saud St. INDONESIAN: Tel: +966-1-4943691 Intermezzo Al Mansaf Imam Saud St. Al Sulamaniyya Mob: +966-541174181 Tel: +966-1-4630345 JAPANESE: Al Nakheel Al Khozama Center Furusato Tel: +966-1-4654650 Tahlia St. Al Naseem Tel: +966-1-4657648 Marriott Hotel Oi Lounge Tel: +966-1-4779300 Tahlia St. Cafe Blanc Tel: +966-1-4644641 Prince Mohamad Bin Samurai Abdulaziz St. Faisaliah Mall and Tel: +966-1-4633426 Kingdom Mall

Eatzah Al Ghaz St. Mob: +966-531224433 Fairouz Garden King Fahad St. Tel: +966-1-2167171 Gad Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-4641212 Garden Barbecue Hotel Al Khozama Tel: +966-1-2732222 Ghouzi Al Rawdah, Khuraish St. Tel: +966-1-4934162 Karam Beirut Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-4161717 Koshary Express Jarir St. Tel: +966-1-4728881 Lebanese Corner Olaya (Talateen St.) Tel: +966-1-2170555 Mama Noura Dabab St. Tel: +966-1-4622195 Mareez King Abdullah St. Tel: +966-1-4508877 Shawermama Abdullah Bin Rawaha St Tel: +966-1-2936644 Shawerma House Prince Mamdouh St. Tel: +966-1-2191999 Sit AlSham Prince Sultan St. Tel: +920000399 Yamal Al Sham Olaya St. Tel: +966-1-4613292

Armenian Al Mayass Oasis Complex, Orouba Road Mob: +966-503753333 Lusin Restaurant Centeria Mall.

Tel: +966-1-2939800

MEXICAN Buffalo’s Tahlia St.

Tel: +966-1-2792123 El Chico’s Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-4640385 Fajita Avenue Al Hamra Tel: +966-1-4644999 Mexican Corner Abdullah Al-Hamdan St. Tel: +966-1-4653330 Taco Bell Kingdom Tower Tel: 800-822-6235 Tako Hut Faisaliyyah Mall Tel: 920000129

Exit 10, Junction of King Abdullah Road Mob: +966-500912200 Fatburge Bustan Center, Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-2154176 Funky Franky Bustan Center Tel: +966-1-8123400 Golden Saj Takhasoussi St. Tel: +966-1-4807441 Hardee’s Takhasoussi St. French Tel: +966-1-2929900 Apetit Kitchen Herfy Tahlia St. Takhasoussi St. Tel: +966-1-4656491 Tel: +966-1-4816826 Cafe Lenotre Centria Mall.

Hotdog Express Tel: +966-1-2791108 Al Ahsaa St. L’ecluse Tel: +966-1-2912565 Tahlia St. Hungry Burger Tel: +966-1-4657648 Le Relais de l’Entrecote Tel: +966-1-5485999 Almas Plaza.

Jan Burger Tel: +966-1-4615058 King Abdul Aziz St. Tel: +920006765 Turkish Jollibee 2nd Floor, Alrajhi Anatolia Turkish Grill Building Granada Mall.

King Fahad Road BRAZILIAN Tel: +966-1-2535527 Tel: +966-1-4057420 IL Terrazzo Tel: +966-1-4874477 Assaraya Johnny Rockets Al Faisaliah Hotel Burger Hut Thalateen St. Tahliah St. Tel: +966-1-2732222 Al Munisiyah, Al Tel: +966-1-4649336 Tel: +966-1-2016667 Caravan FAST FOOD Thumamah Road KFC Takhassusi St. Mob: +966-545356463 Al Tazaj Tel: +966-1-4658856 Takhasoussi St. Burger King Köşebaşı King Abdullah Road Tel: +920021111 Tahlia St. Al Ahsaa Road Tel: +966-1-2254769 Kudu Tel: +966-1-2886418 Tel: +966-1- 4732506 Baby Burger Al Muhamadiyyah Dist.

Corndogs Imam Road Tel: +920006999 Saudi Takhasoussi St. Tel: +966-1-4941129 Little Casars Al Sudda Breakfast to Breakfast Tel: +966-549409437 Al Ahsa St. Oruba St. Domino’s Pizza Tel: +966-1-4800111 Tel: +966-1-4765112 Tahliah St. Shawaya House Tel: +966- Mama Noura Tel: +966-1-2178233 Khalid Bin Al Waleed St. Elevation Burger Dabab St., Suleimania Buffalo’s Mob: +966-557819214 Tahliah St. Tel: +966-1-4628144 Tahliah St. Sheikh Al Mandy Tel: +966-1-2885859 Manoosha Dabab St. Tel: +966-1-2792123 Tel: +966-1-4644099 Falafoul Localizer Mall Burgerizzr DESTINATION RIYADH 87

Tel: +966-1-2190491 McDonald’s Al Ahsaa Road Tel: +920000001 My Burger Imam Mohamed bn Saud Road-Exit 9 Tel: +966-1-4503324 My Way Uruba St. Tel: +966-1-4643824 Panini Prince Turki Al’awl Road Tel: +966-1-4809909 Panino’s Olaya St. Tel: +966-1-2734388 Penguin Takhasoussi St. Tel: +966-1-4829843 Pizza Hut Takhasoussi St. Tel: +966-1-4657688 Quiznos Sub King Saud University Tel: +966-1-4824741 Romanaty King Fahad Road Tel: +966-1-4534085 Saj Al Balad Jaber St., King saud Universty Shuneez Tahliah St. Tel: +966-1-4648989 Subway Tahliah St. Tel: +966-1-4664281 Texas Chicken Turki bin Abdulaziz Road Tel: +966-1-2545454 The Sandwich Company King Abdullah Road Mob: +966-558442255 Wraps Riyadh Gallery Mall Tel: +966-1-4602705 88 DESTINATION RIYADH

FAST FOOD

Amo Hamza Olaya St. Tel: +966-1-2316148 Best Fish & Chips Hayat Mall Tel: +966-1-2811968 Dr. Ocean Takhasoussi St. Tel: +966-1-4708647 Doe King Abdullah St. Tel: +966-1-4887080 Fountain Fish Al Malaz Dist.

Tel: +966-1-2158888 London Fish & Chips Tel: +966-1-2102480 Jasmin White Palace White Palace Hotel Tel: +966-1-4787800

Fusion

Pizza Fusion Thalateen St. Tel: +966-1-4633329

CHOCOLATES Alpina Chocolate King Fahad Road Tel: +966-1-2013452 Cacao et Chocolat Centria Mall Tel: +966-1-4647261 Cannelle Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-1-4664491 Chocolate Dream Candy Bouquet Olaya St. Tel: +966-1-4197237 Chocolate Studio Olaya St. Tel: +966-1-4657476 Chocoline Olaya Main Road Tel: +966-1-4641172 Ganache Faisaliyyah Mall Tel: +966-1-2734337

Kalimat Thalateen St. Tel: +966-1-2885511 La Bouchee Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-1-2190099 Lateen Tel: +920011999 Le Notre Boutique Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-1-4651465 La Reine Chocolate Ubadah bin Samit St. Tel: +966-1-2272000 Patchi Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-4834464 So Thalateen St. Tel: +966-1-4629229 Synphytun Chocolate Tel: +966-1-2931813

ICE CREAM Baskin Robbins Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-4801138 Fresh Berry Garnada Mall Tel: +966-1-2535587 Fresh & Tangy Hayat Mall Mob: +966-559333344 Pink Berry Garnada Mall Tel: +966-1-2534783

Iranian

Sheraz Abdullah Bin Sulaiman Bin Hamdan St. Tel: +966-1-4655886 Sea View Shisha Play Area Delivery Wi-Fi Outdoor Seating

MADINAH

Tel: +966-4-829-1111

Durrat Andalus Hotel (4-star) Al-Ameen Crom Hotel (4-star) King Fahad St. Tel: +966-4-829-1114 Markazeyah al Gharbiyah Green Palace Hotel (4-star) Tel: +966-4-819-8000 Abi Zar St. Al-Ansar Golden Hotel (4-star)

Tel: +966-4-826-9040

Tel: +966-4-829-0177

Tel: +966-4-818-0050

Few steps away from Al-Haram Al-Ansar New Place (4-star) Al-Siteen St. Tel: +966-4-820-7770

Al-Haram Hotel (5-star) Abi Zar Rd

Hotel Elaf Taibah (3-star) Saad Bin Maaz St. Hilton Madinah (5-star) King Fahad Road Few steps away from Al-Haram Tel: +966-4-820-1000

Tel: +966-4-818-2300

Le Meridien Madinah (4-star) Khalid Bin El-Waleed St.

(4-star)

Tel: +966-4-846-0777

Al-Madinah Crom Hotel Markazeyah Al-Gharbiyah Tel: +966-4-819-2020

Al-Karam Hotel (4-star) King Abdulaziz St. Tel: +966-4-815-5500

Andalus Classy Hotel (4-star) King Fahad St.

Marriott Madinah (5-star) Omer Ibn Al-Khatab St. Tel: +966-4-818-0000

Movenpick (5-star) In front of Al-Safeya Bridge Opposite Al-Haram

Tel: +966-2-570-8586

Elaf Kindah Hotel (5-star) Al-Messyaal St. Tel: +966-2-574-5555

Hilton Makkah & Towers (5-star) Hijrah St. Tel: +966-2-534-0000

InterContinental Dar Al-Tawhid (5-star) Ibrahim Al-Khalil St. Tel: +966-2-541-1111

Le Meridien Makkah (5-star) Ajyad St. Tel: +966-2-575-1111

Le Meridien Towers Hotel (5-star) Rawabi Ajyad Road Tel: +966-2-539-9999

Manazel Al-Ain Mesrcure (4-star) Al-Azizia St. Tel: +966-2-557-8000

Makkah Clock Royal Tower (5-star) King Abdulaziz Endowment Tel: +966-2-571-7777

Tel: +966-4-818-8888

Tel: +966-4-829-0000

Ramada Al-Hamra (4-star) Abi Zar St.

Mercure Grand Um Al-Qura (5-star) Al-Jamaiza St.

(4-star)

Tel: +966-4-820-8084

Tel: +966-2-570-2212

Tel: +966-4-818-1114

Tel: +966-4-816-0008

Tel: +966-2-549-8855

Tel: +966-4-828-2222

Tel: +966-2-571-7888

Andalus Dar Al-Khair Hotel Few steps away from Al-Haram Anwar Al-Madinah Movenpick (4-star) in the Courtyard of Al-Haram Tel: +966-4-818-1000

Barakat Andalus Hotel (4-star)

Al-Siteen St. Tel: +966-4-820-8884

Dallah Taibah Hotel (4-star) King Fahad St., crossing Al-Siteen St. Tel: +966-4-829-0180

Dar Al-Hijra InterContinental (4-star) King Fahad St. Tel: +966-4-820-7777

Dar Al-Iman InterContinental (5-star) Off Al-Siteen St. Tel: +966-4-820-6666

Dar Al-Taqwa InterContinental (5-star) Off Al-Siteen St.

Ramada Al-Qibla (5-star) Islamic Court St. The Madinah Oberoi (3-star) Abi Zar St.

Mercure Hibatullah Hotel (4-star) Um Al-Qura St. Raffles Makkah Palace (5-star) King Abdulaziz Endowment

MAKKAH

Swissotel Makkah (5-star) King Abdulaziz Endowment

Ajyad Makkah (4-star) Ibrahim Al-Khalil St.

Zam Zam Grand Suites (5-star) Adjiad St.

Tel: +966-2-572-0500

Al Jaad Crom Hotel Naqa Al-Sulaimaneyah St. Tel: +966-2-570-5555

Al-Shohada Hotel (5-star) Ajyad St.

RELIGIOUS DIRECTORY

Accommodations Close to the Two Holy Mosques:

Tel: +966-2-571-8000

Tel: +966-2-571-5555

Hajj & Umrah Visa: www.hajinformation.com

Useful websites:

1- www.biblioislam.net 2- www.tvquran.com Dar Al-Manasek Hotel (4-star) 3- www.rasoulallah.net Ibrahim Al-Khalil St. 4- www.islamonline.com Tel: +966-2-539-4444 5- www.quranexplorer.com Elaf Ajyad Hotel (4-star) 6- www.islam-guide.com Al-Masafi St. 7- www.islamweb.net 8- www.islamicity.com Tel: +966-2-572-2200 9- www.theholyquran.org Elaf Al-Sud Hotel (4-star) 10- www.al-mawrid.org Ajayad Al-Sud St. Tel: +966-2-574-4401

DESTINATION RIYADH 89

TRAVEL DIRECTORY

AIRLINES Air Arabia Tel: +966-1-4642900 www.airarabia.com Air Canada Tel: +966-1-4772228 http://www.aircanada.ca/ Air France Tel: +966-1-2885218 http://www.airfrance.com/ Air India Tel: +966-1-4786409 http://www.airindia.com/ Air Nigeria Tel: +966-1-4626165 www.myairnigeria.com American Airlines–AA Tel: +966-1-4625993 www.aa.com Biman Bangladesh Airlines Tel: +966-1-4623537 www.biman-airlines.com British Airways Tel: +966-1-4645550 www.britishairways.com Cyprus Airways Tel: +966-1-4640391 www.cyprusair.com Delta Airlines Tel: +966-1-4613688 www.delta.com Egypt Air Tel: +966-1-4784004 www.egyptair.com Emirates Airlines Tel: +966-1-4655485 www.emirates.com Ethiopian Airlines Tel: +966-1-4782140 www.flyethiopian.com Etihad Airways Tel: +966-1-4197722 www.etihadairways.com Garuda Indonesia Tel: +966-1-2937690

90 DESTINATION RIYADH

www.garuda-indonesia. com Germanwings Airlines Tel: +966-1-4632004 www.germanwings.com Gulf Air Tel: +966-1-4626666 www.gulfair.com Japan Airlines–JAL Tel: +966-1-4645056 www.jal.com Kenya Airways Tel: +966-1-4772228 www.kenya-airways.com KLM Royal Dutch Airlines Tel: +966-1-4771026 www.klm.com Korean Air Tel: +966-1-4658222 www.koreanair.com Kuwait Airways Tel: +966-1-4631218 www.kuwait-airways.com Lufthansa Tel: +966-1-2202686 www.lufthansa.com Malaysia Airlines Tel: +966-1-4784039 www.malaysiaairlines. com Middle East Airlines – MEA Tel: +966-1-4614670 www.mea.com.lb Nas Air Tel: +966-1-2171800 www.flynas.com Olympic Air Tel: +966-1-4644596 www.olympicair.com Oman Air Tel: +966-1-4733133 www.omanair.com Pakistan International Airlines

Tel: +966-1-4659600 www.piac.com.pk Philippine Airlines Tel: +966-1-2160530 www.philippineairlines.com Qantas Airways Tel: +966-1-4772228 www.qantas.com.au Qatar Airways Tel: +966-1-2180424 www.qatarairways.com Royal Air Morocco Tel: +966-1-4774100 http://www.royalairmaroc.com/ Royal Jordanian Airlines Tel: +966-1-2180850 www.rj.com Saudi Arabian Airlines Tel: +920022222 www.saudiairlines.com Singapore Airlines Tel: +966-1-4734102 www.singaporeair.com South African Airways – SAA Tel: +966-1-4633133 www.flysaa.com SriLankan Airlines Tel: +966-1-4788935 www.srilankan.lk Sudan Airways Tel: +966-1-4720040 www.sudanair.com Swiss Air Tel: +966-1-4789745 www.swissair.com TAM Brazilian Airlines Tel: +966-1-4633133 www.tam.com.br TAROM Romanian Airlines Tel: +966-1-8787272 www.tarom.ro Thai Airways Tel: +966-1-4766766 www.thaiairways.com Tunis Air Tel: +966-1-4626165

www.tunisair.com United Airlines Tel: +966-1-4772228 www.united.com Yemenia Airways Tel: +966-1-4039282 www.yemenia.com

Al Mouwasat Travel

Factory

Tel: +966-1-4160580

Tel: +966-1-4059031

Al Naiem Travel & Tourism

Al Romaizan Travel Agency

Tel: +966-1-4655698

Tel: +966-1-4652100

Al Rajhi Travel

www.romaizan.com

Tel: +966-1-4566900

Amjad Travel & Tourism

TRAVEL AGENCIES

Al Sarh Travel & Tourism

Tel: +966-1-4161737

Tel: +966-1-4941111

www.amjadtravel.com

http://www.alsarh.com.sa

Fursan Travel

Al Sager Travel Agency

Tel: +920000442

Tel: +966-1-4827979

www.fursan.com.sa

Al Sarah Travel

Haya Tour

Tel: +966-1-4647480

Alnozha District

Al Sarh Travel Agency

Tel: +966-1-4507176

Tel: +966-1-4627000

Kingdom Wings Travel

Al Tashelat Travels

Agency

Tel: +966-1-4034477

Tel: +966-1-4625544

Al Tayyar Travel Group

My Holiday Travel & Tourism

Tel: +966-1-4633133

Tel: +920010087

www.altayyargroup.com

www.myholiday.com.sa

Al Rasheed Awnings

Rixon Tour Network

ABC Travel Agency & Cargo Tel: +966-1-4631600 Ace Travel Tel: +966-1-4648701 www.ace-travel.com Al Abbad Travel Agency Tel: +966-1-4778736 Al Ahmadiah Travel Tel: +966-1-4656668 Al Ajmi Travel Services Tel: +966-1-4055900 Al Ehsan Travel & Tourism Tel: +966-1-4537049 Al Fursan Travel & Tourisam Tel: +966-1-4612020

DESTINATION RIYADH 91 91

Tel: +920029993 http://www.myrtn.com Travel Port Tel: +966-1-4163810 www.travelport.com/middle-east Zahid Travel Group Tel: +966-1-4602829 www.zahidtravel.com The Orientalist House Tel: +966-1-4634228 Top Travel Tel: +966-1-4641969 Tunisen Antique House Tel: +966-1-4825247 Village Gallery Tel: +966-1-4631089 Wonder Castle Corporation Tel: +966-1-2790482 Zahran Air Travel & Cargo Co. Tel: +966-1-4659614 Zamani Art Gallery Tel: +966-1-4613057 Zekrayat Frames Tel: +966-1-4661196

HOTELS Al Faisaliah Rosewood Hotel King Fahad Road Tel: +966-1-2732000 Al Khozama Hotel Olaya Road Tel: +966-1-4654650 Al Mashreq Boutique Hotel Orubah Road Tel: +966-1-2834777 Coral Gulf Riyadh King Abdul Aziz St., Ministries Area Tel: +966-1-4121000 Corp Executive Deira Hotel Al Batha Street

92 DESTINATION RIYADH

Tel: +966-1-4141500 Courtyard Riyadh Diplomatic Quarter Al-Hada Dist., Abdullah bin Hothafa St. Tel: +966-1-2817300 Crowne Plaza Hotel Riyadh Minha Old Airport Road Tel: +966-1-8749200 Four Seasons Hotel Kingdom Center Tel: +966-1-2115000 Golden Tulip Andalusia Olaya Road Tel: +966-1-4611000 Holiday Inn Riyadh Izdihar Abdulwahab Bin Abdullah St. Unit One Tel: +966-1-4625000 InterContinental Riyadh Al Maather St. Tel: +966-1-4655000 Luthan Hotel And Spa - A Women Only Hotel Urubah Road Tel: +966-1-4807799 Madareem Crown Hotel King Khalid International Airport Road Tel: +966-1-2758888 Makarim Riyadh Hotel Next To King Khalid International Airport Tel: +966-1-2204500 Mena Grand - Khaldia Khazzan St. (Immam Faisal bin Turki) Tel: +966-1-2682222 Novotel Alanoud King Fahd Road Tel: +966-1-2882323 Radisson Blu Hotel

Al Mubarakiah Plaza King Abdul Aziz St. Tel: +966-1-4791234 Riyadh Marriott Hotel Al Maather St. Tel: +966-1-4779300 Riyadh Palace Hotel Ministries Area Tel: +966-1-4054444 Sheraton Riyadh Hotel & Towers Olaya Junction of King Fahad and King Abdullah Road Tel: +966-1-4543300 The Ritz-Carlton Riyadh Hada Area, Makkah Road Tel: +966-1-8028020

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Organizations

Euromarche, Danube

Al Bir Charity

Carrefour, Tamimi Markets

Tel: +966-14056666

SHOPS

Al Nahda Organization Tel: +966-1-4650029 www.alnahda-ksa.org

BIO Best Cercon Bldg no. 5, Moosa bin Nusiar St., Olaya Tel: +966-1-4631030

Available ONLINE! Start browsing

Arabian Plastic Factory Tel: +966-1-4634411 Charity Committe For

http://www.bio-best.com

Orphans Care

Organic Food Est.

www.ensan.org.sa

Al Oruba St.

Middle East Waste

Tel: +966-1-4197992

Managment Ltd.

GNC

(Recycling)

Batha St.

Tel: +966-1-2447174

Tel: +966-1-4041800

www.me-pi.com

Ibn Sulaiman Commercial

Saudi Recycling Company

Center

for Paper Waste

Tel: +966-1-4041800

Al Tawfiq Buildings

Yves Rocher

Tahlia Road

Natural Beauty Cosmetics

Tel: +966-1-4626888

Ghurnatah Dist. - Rabwa Dist.

Tel: +966-1-2935045

Tel: +966-1-2535388

www.saudirecycling.com

GREEN LIVING DIRECTORY

SUPERMARKETS

NOTES

CLOTHES Giordano “ The same of Jeddah “ You can order online

Al Faisaliyya Mall - Localizer Mall - Riyadh Trading Center - Lulu Mall - Azizia mall -

VISIT: www.DestinationJeddah.com

Venecia Center - Garanata mall - Hayat mall - Manila Plaza - Rimal Center Tel: +966-1-4647272

DESTINATION RIYADH 93

HEALTH DIRECTORY

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre ABAS Medical Group Al Zahrawi St. Al Rawda-Al Hamra-Al Dabab Tel: +966-1-4647272 Tel: +920000172 www.kfshrc.edu.sa ADMA King Khaled Eye Specialist Makkah Road Hospital Tel: +966-1-4660000 Oruba Branch St. Alamal Complex for Mental Tel: +966-1-4821234 Health www.kkesh.med.sa Al Khuzami Dist.

King Saud Medical City Tel: +966-1-4804548 Al Imam Abdul Aziz ibn Saud St. www.alamal.med.sa Tel: +966-1-4355555 Al Falah International www.ksmc.med.sa Hospital Maghrabi Hospital Tel: +966-1-4463737 Tel: +966-1-4455049 www.alfalah.com.sa www.maghrabi.com.sa Al Hammadi Hospital National Guard Health Khalid ibn Yazid ibn Muawiyah King Abdulaziz Medical City St. Tel: +966-1-8011111 Tel: +966-1-4643312 www.ngha.med.sa www.hammadi.com OBIED Specialized Hospital Al Jafel Hospital Al Farazdaq Road Western Ring Road Tel: +966-1-4767222 Tel: +966-1-4322222 Prince Sultan Cardiac Center www.aljafelhospital.com Makkah Road Al Mishari Hospital Tel: +966-1-4783000 Tel: +966-1-4657700 www.pscc.med.sa Al Mouwasat Hospital Riyadh Care Hospital Western Ring Road, Exit 14 Tel: +966-1-4933000 Tel: +966-1-4455555 www.riyadhcare.com Dallah Hospital Riyadh Military Hospital Tel: +966-1-4720777 Makkah Road Dr. Abdul Rahman Al-Mishari Tel: +966-1-4791000 Hospital www.rmh.med.sa Olaya Dist.

S.B.H Tel: +966-1-4657700 King Fahad Road http://drabdulrahmanalmishari. Tel: +966-1-4636666 com.sa Saudi German Hospitals Group Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib King Fahad Road Olaya Medical Complex Tel: +966-1-2685555 Tel: +966-1-4622224 http://ryd.sghgroup.com.sa www.drsulaimanalhabib.com Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Green Crescent Hospital Humanitarian City Abdul Malik Bin Marwan St. Exit 6, Banban, Qassim Highway Tel: +966-1-4644434 North www.gch.com.sa Tel: +966-1-5620000 Kingdom Hospital www.humanitariancity.org.sa Tel: +966-1-2751111 Specialized M.C.H www.khccgroup.com King Fahad Road King Abdulaziz University Tel: +966-1-4164000 Hospital King Abdul Aziz Road www.smc.com.sa Tel: +966-1-4775524 www.medicine.ksu.edu.sa King Fahad Medical City (KFMC) Adhwaa Al Seha Makkah Road Takhassusi St. Tel: +8001277000 Tel: +966-1-4887455

HOSPITALS

PHARMACIES

94 DESTINATION RIYADH

Al Dimishqi Pharmacy Prince Abdullah Road Tel: +966-1-4707887 Al Farabi Pharmacy Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-4880843 Al Hozaimi Ibn Sulaiman Commercial Center Tel: +966-1-4722054 Al Jallab Pharmacy Jamal Center Tel: +966-1-4022417 Al Jaza Pharmacy Olaya Main St. Tel: +966-1-4642072 Al Lizam Pharmacy Olaya Main St. Tel: +966-1-4655595 Al Mowasa 3 Prince Abdullah Road Tel: +966-1-4568598 Al Mutanabbi Jareer St. Tel: +966-1-2910981 Al Olaya Pharmacy Olaya Main St. Tel: +966-1-4641501 Al Raja Pharmacy No 2 Oruba St. Tel: +966-1-4624942 Al Rawabi Pharmacy Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-4828028 Al Riyadh Pharmacy Oruba St. Tel: +966-1-4643108 Al Saggaf Pharmacy Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-4640716 Al Saggaf Pharmacy 25 Talatheen St. Tel: +966-1-4645274 Al Shameeah Pharmacy Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-4880595 Al Teriaq Pharmacy Prince Abdullah Road Tel: +966-1-4828289 Al Thalatheen Pharmacy Talatheen St. Tel: +966-1-4623529 Al Shamsia Pharmacy Jamal Center Tel: +966-1-4057296 Arac Health Care Talatheen St. Tel: +966-1-4645107 Asir Pharmacy

Prince Abdullah Road Tel: +966-1-4811629 Dar Al Dana Pharmacy Abdullah Bin Sulaiman Al Hamdan Tel: +966-1-4643373 Mazin Pharmacy Olaya Main St. Tel: +966-1-4624562 Medical & Pharmaceutical Service Dabbab St. Tel: +966-1-4629680 Medicine Time Pharmacy Olaya Main St. Tel: +966-1-4569140 Mohammmed Al Hozaimi Pharmacy Oruba St. Tel: +966-1-4628758 Nabra Pharmacy Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-4887329 Nazaar Pharmacy Al Awais Market Tel: +966-1-4541408 NEO (Neointernational) Olaya Main St. Tel: +966-1-4615089 Nissah Pharmacy Al-Rajhi Five Buildings Tel: +966-1-4041573 Noorana Pharmacy Al Malaz Tel: +966-1-4785006 Olaya International Pharmacy Olaya Main St. Tel: +966-1-4160349 Prince Pharmacy Talatheen St. Tel: +966-1-4611418 Rajaa Pharmacy 2 Oruba St. Tel: +966-1-4624942 Riyadh Corner Jareer St. Tel: +966-1-4780759 Sara Spectrum Medical Pharmacy Akkariya Buildings Tel: +966-1-4601018 Shrazad Sitteen St. Tel: +966-1-4787047 University Pharmacy Akkariya Buildings Tel: +966-1-4191944 University Pharmacy (2)

Oruba St. Tel: +966-1-4626338 Wardat Al-Oroba Pharmacy Oruba St. Tel: +966-1-4622904 Whites Pharmacy Tel: +966-1-2886877 / 4895994/ 4897750/ 4897751 www.whites.net Zahrat Al Rawda Pharmacy Prince Abdullah Road Tel: +966-1-4804935 Zahrat Sami Pharmacy Oruba St. Tel: +966-1-4653060

CLINICS

Attadawe King Abdullah Road Tel: +966-1-2780211 Consulting Center Tel: +966-1-4555545 Czech Center Infront of King Saud University Tel: +920002737 ENT Center Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-4802229 Mayiez Medical Center Olaya Tel: +966-1-2169999 Pearl’s Smile Center Sulaimaniya Tel: +966-1-4646334 Riyadh Medical Center Orouba St. Tel: +966-1-4653060 Saudi Sugeons Center Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-4653030 SSC Tel: +966-1-2335000 Uranus Medical Center Orouba St. Tel: +966-1-4657000 White Wing Medical Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-4834286

BEAUTY CLINICS

Al Safeer Tel: +966-1-2050810 Apollo

Tel: +920027070 Ayan Consultative Center King Fahad Road Tel: +966-1-2725555 Ayma Consultative Center King Abdullah Road Tel: +966-1-2635555 Beauty Corner King Fahad Road Tel: +966-543300557 www.beautycorner.co Malesa Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-4888831 Med Art Clinics Olaya Main St. Tel: +920000045 Obagi Hospital Makkah Road Tel: +966-1-4627111 Platinium Khurais Road Tel: +966-1-2097777 The British Center King Fahad Road Tel: +966-1-2795555

EYE CARE Al Hokama Mallaz Tel: +966-1-4797777 Menshaf Eye care Al Rawda Tel: +966-565869059 The Eye Center Tel: +966-1-4623094 www.eyecenter.com.sa

DENTAL CLINICS

Aagi Dental Center Tel: +966-1-2080107 Dima Dental Tahlia St. Tel: +966-1-4661200 Ramah Dental Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-4800931 Sanaya Dental Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-2174888

MEN FITNESS CENTERS

Apple Fitness Tel: +966-1-4538800 Body Masters Tel: +920000626 / Tel: +966-1-4875531 Fitness Time Tel: +92003131 Gold’s Gym Tel: +966-1-6912077 Life Fitness Tel: +966-1-2061133 Up Scale Club King Fahad Road Tel: +966-1-4871502

KIDS FITNESS CENTERS

My Gym Panorama Mall Tel: +966-1-42814870

WOMEN FITNESS CENTERS Al Manihal Center Diplomatic Quarter Tel: +966-1-4881069 Curves Olaya St. Tel: +966-1-4633219 LUTHAN HOTEL & SPA Tel: +966-1-4807799 Kinetico Tel: +966-1-2815595 Tel: + 966-530034010 Lumiere Olaya Tel: +966-1-2169030 Scented Tel: +966-1-2112003 Yibreen off of Takhassusi St. Tel: +966-1-4411115

BEAUTY CENTRES Al Manihal Center Diplomatic Quarter Tel: +966-1-4881069

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GENERAL DIRECTORY

BANKS

National Commercial Bank

Tel: 920001000 www.alahli.com

Overseas Courier Service

Tel: +966-1-2185000 www.alinma.com

Tel: +966-1-4647193 www.ocstracking. com / www. ocscouner.com

AlJazira Bank

UPS Global

Tel: +966-1-4317474 www.baj.com.sa

Tel: +966-1-4626655 www.ups.com

Alinma Bank

Al Rajhi Bank

Tel: +966-1-4603333 www.alrajhibank.com.sa Arab National Bank

Tel: +966-1-4029000 www.anb.com.sa Bank Al Bilad

Tel: +966-1-4971905 www.bankalbilad.com Banque Saudi Fransi

Tel: +966-1-2899999 www.alfransi.com.sa National Commercial Bank

Tel: 920001000 www.alahli.com Riyadh Bank

Tel: +966-1-4013030 www.riyadbank.com SABB

Tel: +966-1-2764356 www.sabb.com Samba

Tel: 8001242000 www.samba.com Saudi Hollandi Bank

Tel: +966-1-2548500 www.shb.com.sa

COURIER Arabian Hala Company

Tel: +966-1-4884887 www.hala.com.sa Aramex

Tel: +966-1-4160353 www.aramex.com DHL Worldwide Express

Tel: +966-1-4654200 www.dhl.com.sa FedEx

Tel: +966-1-4633999 www.fedex.com/sa 96 DESTINATION RIYADH

DSL Net Arabic Computer Systems (ACS)

Tel: +966-1-4763777 www.acs.com.sa

PrimeNet

Tel: +966-1-4193000 www.prime.net.sa SaudiNet

Tel: +966-1-2180300 www.saudi.net.sa Saudi Internet Company

Tel: +966-1-4603031 www.sol.net.sa/en Shabakah Net

Tel: +966-1-4193193 www.shabakah. net.sa

Advance Telecom Company (ATC)

EMBASSIES

Tel: +966-1-4601877 www.atc.com.sa

ALGERIA

Atheer

Tel: +966-1-4198000 www.atheer.net.sa

Tel: +966-1-4887171 ARGENTINA

Tel: +966-1-4652600

Awal

AUSTRALIA

Tel: +966-1-4600111 www.awal.com.sa

Tel: +966-1-4887788 AUSTRIA

CYBERIA

BAHRAIN

Tel: +8001248124 www.cyberia.net.sa DigiNet

Tel: +966-1-4192009 www.digi.net.sa

Tel: +966-1-4801217 Tel: +966-1-4880044 BANGLADESH

Tel: +966-1-4195300 BELGIUM

Tel: +966-1-4882888

GO

BRAZIL

Tel: +8111011180 www.go.com.sa

BRITAIN

Gulfnet KSA

Tel: +966-1-4628562 www.zajil.net Nesma

Tel: +966-1-4633100 www.nesma.net.sa

Tel: +966-1-4880018 Tel: +966-1-4880077 BRUNEI

Tel: +966-1-4560814 BURKINA FASO

Tel: +966-1-4652244 CAMEROON

Tel: +966-1-4880022

Nour Net

CANADA

Tel: +966-1-4728900 www.nour.net.sa

CHINA

NTG National Technology Group

Tel: +966-1-4763777 www.ntg.com.sa Oger Tel

Tel: +966-1-4889826 www.ogersystems.com

Tel: +966-1-4882288 Tel: +966-1-4832126 CZECH REPUBLIC

Tel: +966-1-4503617 DENMARK

Tel: +966-1-4880101 Ext 1163 DJIBOUTI

Tel: +966-1-4543182

EGYPT

Tel: +966-1-2290753

SYRIA

Tel: +966-1-4810159 Tel: +966-1-4831458

MALTA

Tel: +966-1-4615315

Tel: +966-1-4887481

Tel: +966-1-4801731

Tel: +966-1-4646749

ERITREA

ETHIOPIA

Tel: +966-1-4824055

MAURITANIA MEXICO

Tel: +966-1-4808822

FINLAND

MOROCCO

Tel: +966-1-4881515 Ext 9

NEPAL

FRANCE

Tel: +966-1-4881255 GABON

Tel: +966-1-4567173 GAMBIA

Tel: +966-1-2052158 GERMANY

Tel: +966-1-4880700 GHANA

Tel: +966-1-4545122 GREECE

Tel: +966-1-4801975 GUINEA

Tel: +966-1-4881121 HUNGARY

Tel: +966-1-4546707 INDIA

Tel: +966-1-4884144 INDONESIA

Tel: +966-1-4882282 IRAN

Tel: +966-1-4881444 IRELAND

Tel: +966-1-4882300 ITALY

Tel: +966-1-4881212 JAPAN

Tel: +966-1-4881100 JORDAN

Tel: +966-1-4880071 KENYA

Tel: +966-1-4882484 KOREA

Tel: +966-1-4882211 KUWAIT

Tel: +966-1-4883500 LEBANON

Tel: +966-1-4804060 MALAYSIA

Tel: +966-1-4887100 MALI

Tel: +966-1-4826382 Tel: +966-1-4645170 NETHERLANDS

Tel: +966-1-4880011 NEW ZELAND

Tel: +966-1-4887988 NIGERIA

TANZANIA

Tel: +966-1-4542833 THAILAND

Tel: +966-1-4881174 TUNISIA

Tel: +966-1-4887900 TURKEY

Tel: +966-1-4820101 UAE

Tel: +966-1-4881227 UGANDA

Tel: +966-1-4544910 UKRAINE

Tel: +966-1-4508536

Tel: +966-1-4823024

URUGUAY

NORWAY

Tel: +966-1-4620739

Tel: +966-1-4881904 Ext 300

USA

Tel: +966-1-4801831

OMAN

Tel: +966-1-4823120

YEMEN

Tel: +966-1-4881769

PAKISTAN

Tel: +966-1-4884111 PHILIPPINES

Tel: +966-1-4823559 PORTUGAL

Tel: +966-1-4826964 QATAR

Tel: +966-1-4825544 RUSSIA

Tel: +966-1-4811432 SENEGAL

Tel: +966-1-4880146 SIERRA LEONE

Tel: +966-1-4643982 SINGAPORE

Tel: +966-1-4803855 SOUTH AFRICA

Tel: +966-1-4429728 SPAIN

Tel: +966-1-4880606 SRI LANKA

Tel: +966-1-4608232 SUDAN

Tel: +966-1-4887979

MINISTRIES Agriculture

Tel: +966-1-4016666 Civil Service

Tel: +966-1-4026900 Commerce

Tel: +966-1-4012220 Industry

Tel: +966-1-4772722

Communications and Information Technology

Tel: +966-1-4637225

Culture and Information

Tel: +966-1-4014440 Defense

Tel: +966-1-4785900 Education

Tel: +966-1-4042888 Finance

Tel: +966-1-4050000 Foreign Affairs

Tel: +966-1-4067777

SWEDEN

Hajj

Tel: +966-1-8806700 Ext 204

Tel: +966-1-4022200 Health

SWITZERLAND

Higher Education

Tel: +966-1-4881291

Tel: +966-1-4012220 Tel: +966-1-4644444 DESTINATION RIYADH 97

Interior

Tel: +966-1-4011944

Islamic Affairs, Endowments, Call and Guidance

Tel: +966-1-4730401 Justice

Tel: +966-1-4057777

Labor and Social Affairs

Tel: +966-1-4771480 Municipal and Rural Affairs

Tel: +966-1-4415434 Transport

Tel: +966-1-4042928 Water and Electricity

Tel: +966-1-4016666

COMPOUNDS Al Hamra Oasis Village

Tel: +966-1-2490440 www.alhamra.com.sa Al Issa Compound

Tel: +966-1-4918400

Al Jazeera Bader Compound

Tel: +966-1-4921135 www.badercompound.com Al Manar Compound

Tel: +966-1-2460100

Al Mohaeya Compound Tel: +966-1-4821222 Al Mostaqbal Homes

Tel: +966-1-4816666 www.almostaqbalhomes.com Al Nakheel Residence

Tel: +966-1-4704191 Al Ola No 7

Tel: +966-1-4608095 Al Rabwa Compound

Al Rabwa Area, Exit 14 close to Nahda Road Tel: +966-544096296 www.almutlaq.com/rbwa.html Al Rayan Residential Compound Tel: +966-1-2089027 Al Waha Village Villas Rossas Tel: +966-1-4864711 Al Yamama Village

Tel: +966-1-4012550 www.alyamamavillage.com Arab Investment Compound Tel: +966-1-4823444 Arizona Golf Resort

Tel: +966-1-2484444 98 DESTINATION RIYADH

www.agr.com.sa

Asasco Village Compound Tel: +966-1-4199000 Barada Village Arabian Homes

Tel: +966-1-4541888 www.arabian-homes.com Cordoba Oasis Village

Tel: +966-1-2483471 www.cordoba.com.sa

Delta - 1 Estate - Villas Rossas Tel: +966-1-4803201 Delta - 2 Estate - Villas Rossas Tel: +966-1-4804084 Eid Villas

Tel: +966-1-2483366 www.eidvillas.com.sa Euro Compound

Tel: +966-1-4780718 FAL Compound

Tel: +966-1-2490091 www.falcompound.org

Tel: +966-1-2280000 www.sedervillage.com

Star Compound Villas Rossas Tel: +966-1-4881139 Villas Rosas Al-Wadi

Tel: +966-1-4881139 http://villasrosasco.com

KINDERGARTENS Baby Day Care

Tel: +966-582657594 Birds of Hope

Tel: +966-569754506 British Islamic

Tel: +966-1-4649666 www.britishislamicschool.com Busybee

Tel: +966-1-2193900 www.busybee.com.sa Dazzling Stars

Granada Village

Tel: +966-545682945

Green City Compound

Tel: +966-500320566

Tel: +966-1-2488387

First Step

Olaya - Rahmaniah Dist.

Tel: +966-559623393 http://gccompound.tripod. com/greencitycompound/ index.html

Kids World

Tel: +966-1-2406000 www.jadawelinternational. com/index2.html

Tel: +966-569598011

Jadawel Compound

Kingdom City

Tel: +966-1-2750275 www.kingdom-city.com Najd Compound

Tel: +966-1- 2481040 Palm Court

Tel: +966-1-4850288 Ranco Village

Tel: +966-1-4924411 www.ranvil.com Reef Compound

Riyadh Village Khurais Road, off exit 36 Tel: +966-1-2462400 / Tel: +966-541362462

Tel: +966-1-4006000 www.kidsworldschool.net Little Rosas

Tel: +966-1-4865128 My Home Play House

Tel: +966-556365035 Play n Learn

Tel: +966-564684094 SM Nursery

Tel: +966-558391591

Tel: +966-564460167 www. superkidseducationcenter.com Tarbia Pre-School

Tel: +966-1-4199017 Tiny Tots

Tel: +966-580473602 Twinkle Kindergarten

Tel: +966-559268188

ROC Compound

White Rose Play

Sahara Towers

SCHOOLS & INSTITUTES

Tel: +966-1-2412800 www.roc.com.sa Tel: +966-1-4625666 Seder Village

Super Kids

Tel: +966-563296205

Al Abeer National Boys School Tel: +966-1-4824019 Al Alameen International School

Tel: +966-1-4649666 www.alalameenschool.com

Al Amjad National School Tel: +966-1-2494188 Al Andalus National School Tel: +966-1-4936585 Al Khaleej National School Tel: +966-1-2012112 Al Noor National School Tel: +966-1-4647808 Al Nukhba National School Tel: +966-1-4463343 Al Olaya National School Tel: +966-1-4538867 Al Rowad International School

www.rowad-is.com

American International School

Tel: +966-567990096 www.aisr.org

British International School

Tel: +966-1-2482387 http://www. britishschoolriyadh.com/ Dar Al Maarefah

Tel: +966-1-2314010 Dar Al Safwa

Tel: +966-1-4850912

École française internationale de Riyad

http://www.efi-riyad.com/ Elite International School Tel: +966-1-4627224 Fursan Al Jazeerah Tel: +966-1-5457505 Future Window

Tel: +966-1-2063371 http://fwis.edu.sa/

International Indian School Boys Section

Tel: +966-1-4934688 http://www.iisriyadh.com/ Girls Section

Tel: +966-1-2323248

King AbdulAziz International School (KAIS) King Faisal School

Tel: +966-1-4820802 www.kfs.sch.sa

King Khaled International School

King Saud International School

Tel: +966-1-4633180 http://www.ksischool.com Kingdom School

Tel: +966-1-2755555 http://www. kingdomschools.edu.sa/ Manahel Al Elm Tel: +966-1-4770419

Manarat Al-Riyadh

Tel: +966-1-4509916 http://maarif.com.sa/ Middle East Modern Education

Tel: +966-1-4622815 Najd National School

Tel: +966-1-2521300 www.ksau-hs.edu.sa Prince Sultan University

Tel: +966-1-4948979 www.psu.edu.sa Princess Nora bint Abdulrahman University

www.pnu.edu.sa Riyadh College of Dentistry and Pharmacy

Tel: +966-1-2481222 www.riyadh.edu.sa Sikkim Manipal University

Tel: +966-1-4914434

Tel: +966-1-4141845 www.smu-ksa.com

Tel: +966-1-4028411 www.riyadhschools.edu.sa

SOCIAL SERVICES ORGANIZATION

Nour Al Maaref Riyadh Schools

Saudi Arabia Multinational Schools

Tel: +966-1-2751751 www.mns-r.com

UNIVERSITIES Alfaisal University

Tel: +966-1-4401626 www.alfaisal.edu

Al Yamamah University

Tel: +966-1-2242222 www.yu.edu.sa Arab Open University

Tel: +966-1-2742277 www.arabou.org.sa

Dar Al Uloom University

Tel: +966-1-4949000 www.dau.edu.sa

Imam Muhammad Ibn Saud Islamic University

Tel: +966-1-2580000 www.imamu.edu.sa Institute of Public Administration

Tel: +966-1-4768888 www.ipa.edu.sa King Saud University

Tel: +966-1-4670000 www.ksu.edu.sa

King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences

Aberr Charity Society

Tel: +966-1-5448654

Al Bir Charity

Tel: +966-1-4056666

Al Nahda Organization

Tel: +966-1-4650029 www.alnahda-ksa.org Al Wafa Organization

Tel: +966-1-4650029 Charity Committe For Orphans Care

www.ensan.org.sa

Charity Ibn Baz Organization

Tel: +966-1-2293333 www.alzwaj.org

Charitable Society for the memorization of the Qura’an

Tel: +920011799 www.qk.org.sa

Disabled Children’s Association

Tel: +966-1-4543913 www.dca.org.sa

Enabling Marriage & Family Support Tel: +966-1-4765369 Learning Disabilities Organization

Tel: +966-595131466 http://sld.org.sa

DESTINATION RIYADH 99

CAR AGENCIES Audi

Tel: +966-1-4660044 BG

Khurais Road-Exit 30 Tel: +966-1-2300000 BMW

Khurais Road Tel: +966-1-2391000 Cadillac

Tel: +966-1-4924048 Chevrolet

Khurais Road Tel: +966-1-4454040 Chrysler

Khurais Road and Dabbab St. Tel: +966-1-2332222 Dodge

Khurais Road and Dabbab St. Tel: +966-1-2332222 Fuso

Tel: +8002440060 GMS

Khurais Road Tel: +966-1-4454040 Harley-Davidson

North Ring Road-Exit 5 Tel: +966-1-4554499 Honda

Khurais Road Tel: +966-1-4454646 Isuzu

Tel: +966-1-2300000 Jeep

Khurais Road and Dabbab St. Tel: +966-1-2332222 Lexus

King Fahad Road Exit 9 Tel: +966-1-4566600 Mazda

Khurais Road Tel: +966-1-4968888 Mini Cooper

Khurais Road Tel: +966-1-2391000 Mitsubishi

Khurais Road

100DESTINATION RIYADH

Tel: +8002440060

Tel: +920000153

Khurais Road and Dabbab St. Tel: +966-1-2332222

Prince Sultan St. Tel: +966-1-2912679

Mopar

Faz

iCar

Peugeot

Tel: +966-1-4561099

Porsche

Tel: +966-1-4935222

RAM

Khurais Road Tel: +920000572

Tel: +966-1-4666614 Tel: +966-1-4667788 Khurais Road and Dabbab St. Tel: +966-1-2332222 Renault

Khurais Road Tel: +8002445050 Rolls Royce

Khurais Road Tel: +966-1-2391000 Seat

Khurais Road Tel: +966-1-2301515 Skoda

Tel: +966-1-2301515 Subaru

Tel: +966-1-2300000 Toyota

Tel: +966-1-2486777 Volks Wagen

Tel: +920000380 Volvo

Khurais Road Tel: +966-1-4923539 Unic

Tel: +966-1-2300000

CAR RENTALS Al Falah

Tel: +920001678 Al Moddarraj

Tel: +966-1-4779902 Avis

Tel: +966-1-4884887 Best Rent A Car

Tel: +8001249955 Diplomat

Khurais Road Tel: +920008008 EuropCar

Al Ahsaa St.

Sajil

Theeb Rent a Car

CAR ACCESSORIES 3M

Tel: +966-1-2884135 Auto Gard

Tel: +966-1-2924343 Llumar

Khurais Road Tel: +966-1-2912929 Red Cap

Khurais Road Tel: +966-1-4913212 Solar Control

Khurais Road Tel: +966-1-4966633 Unique Your Car

Tel: +966-566225544

GROUND TRANSPORTATION AILAF

Tel: +966-1-2713377 Blue Connect

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